American guitarist, singer and songwriter From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Forrest Richard Betts (December 12, 1943 – April 18, 2024) was an American guitarist, singer-songwriter and composer. He was best known as a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band. His career began working with Duane Allman.[1]
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Birth name | Forrest Richard Betts |
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Born | West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. | December 12, 1943
Died | April 18, 2024 80) Osprey, Florida, U.S. | (aged
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Years active | 1960–2021 |
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Betts was the writer and singer on the Allmans' hit single "Ramblin' Man". He also helped write "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed" and "Jessica".
Betts died from cancer and COPD at his home in Osprey, Florida on April 18, 2024 at the age of 80.[2][3]
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