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- A tribute to my hero, Allen Collins. There will never be another like him.
Allen Larkin Collins Jr.
July 19. 1952 - January 23. 1990
Rest In Peace.
The song is an original by me called Slipped Away, with my sister doing vocals.
That cat was years ahead of his time. The whole band was, really. Pure love.
14 years later and i still watch this. There will never be another. Never forget
From an account of 1976 Knebworth Festival:
"Then Lynyrd Skynyrd hit the stage in mid afternoon and the whole place just lit up. They played that incredible, now legendary set. Great, good times boogie rock 'n' roll with lashings of rich guitar playing.
Lanky Alan Collins was a very striking figure, dressed all in red like the stage, he became the focal point visually.
Huge flares, impossibly long hair and a jutting Gibson Firebird. "Freebird" was the greatest moment of the whole festival and perhaps the greatest of any live performance I have ever seen, for the generosity of the musicians and the sheer joy of the crowd."
Most underrated guitarist ever.... Rock-N-Roll HOF should give him his own wing.......
You are absolutely right and I'm a fanatic when it comes to guitarist and especially Lynyrd Skynyrd . Allen Collins is in my top 3 guitarist World Wide and I'm yet to ever hear anyone nail his sound and style right down to a bullseye . He's one of the most dynamic guitarist that's ever lived and I'll tell you what.. Stevie Gaines was Badd as Hell . He never did get to really showcase his talent and I would put him up against any of the guitarist of this day and age . I'm talking about his style that he brought to Lynyrd Skynyrd . You can tell that Strat when it comes in there and I believe I could tell it anywhere I heard it . I'm simply stating that Lynyrd Skynyrd had more talent than any band I've ever seen or heard . I saw Skynrd in 96 at River Bend Cincinnati and One of the Guitar Army's best was jamming with em then . None other than the one and only Huey Thomason ! My my my them boys brought some shit to The River Bend Community that night . And I was in a position to where I couldn't even drink a beer . Probably worked out for my best because I would have still been passed out on the river bank 😂 Damn they rocked the Hell out of that place . And I'm so glad I got to go because I got to see Leon Wilkison and Billy Powell ! The truth about all of it is it was really a very very emotional time for me because that was my dream to get to see the Legends and I cut my teeth listening to there music . It brought back a lot of memories from when I was very young and my brothers that introduced me to Skynyrd Nation is passed and I was just overwhelmed . The second time I saw them was in 2012 at the Eastern Kentucky Expo center in Pikeville KY and it was just a few days after my nephew that I raised had committed suicide and Tuesdays gone was one of his favorite songs . And when they played that song that night I have never felt such a humbling feeling with a song like that . And they did it flawlessly ! Needless to say I just stood and cried through the whole song and actually after the song because it really hit home . I've got a little saying about songs and a real song isn't wrote.... it's lived and is a reflection on so many peoples lives . And just about every song that Skynyrd does is exactly that. They never ever encouraged any kind of drug use or alcohol and we all know that they loved to drink especially but for instance.... needle and the spoon.... don't mess with the needle and the spoon and take a trip to the moon .... it'll take you away . Mr Saturday night special it's got a barrel and it's blue and cold.... ain't good for nothing but put a man 6ft in a whole . My all time favorite Band ever !
Yes Allen and Ronnie both should have personal awards my friends were and always will be the greatest
True
One memory that stands out to me about Allen was his foot stomp! He was always in rhythm with the beat and tore it up on the guitar! The trio of guitarists made for the greatest three to ever play together! Three legends on one stage with three guitars! All I can say is WOW! The good ole days are gone, good thing we have TH-cam to help with the memories! Fly on Freebird, FLY ON!
Knebworth 76
Gimme three steps!
Also his jump during Freebird
Yes!
Yes, thank goodness for youtube. 🎉
And jumping with those Adidas lol
Allen Collins was one of the greatest guitarists,,, but it seems he was in the shadows. He never got the credit he deserved as a guitarist and a song writer.
I was happy to see "Free bird" selected as the number 3 best solo of all time in Guitar World. Long Live Allen Collins!
Yes.Overlooked Guitarist. ❤ He lived his life fast & wild. So sad of the
disasters in his life The Plane Crash, losing his friends & the emotional,.physical drama. Losing Kathy & 3rd Child. The car crash.
All so sad. You were Great Sllen. RIP. You are loved & remembered.
Without a doubt the greatest stage presence ever of any lead guitarist!!.. Not even Page or Hendrix comes close.
Couldn’t agree more!
I must have watched this video 100 times. I just love it.
I went to the grave site on Allens Birthday . I sang this song to him. left new flowers and a card. I miss Allen so much......
I saw Lynyrd Skynyrd at least six times live. The first time was Sept. 15, 1973.in the Charlotte Collsium, It was my 16 birthday what a hell of a present. I will never forget Allen Collins jumping about four feet off the ground playing that Firebird on Feebird. I have never seen anything like it since. There will never be anyone who will match that. He was kicking ass and taking names. RIP Brother, MCR
We STILL remember, miss and love Allen Collins. He's no longer a tortured soul. Tears still fall when I think of the tremendous amount of pain he was in. I hope his soul is a peace........
Amen. 🙏🏻🕊🤟🏻
Today, what would have been Allen's 60th birthday, I can't seem to get him out of my head. He truly was an amazing guitarist and a genuinely nice person....Happy Birthday Allen!
this guy was like no other. Absolutely the best lead ever..
Allen one of the world's greatest guitarist
Great player ! It’s not just technique and licks. It’s the soul that comes out for everyone to enjoy and appreciate. Allen Collins had it in spades.
nobody played the bird like allen, and nobody ever will.
Jim Roberts what a dumb thing to say. Who comes to a tribute video to try trash the artist, do you have nothing better to do with your time? Allen Collins was exceptionally talented and his career and life was tragically ended way too soon. Why even compare musicians anyways? Musics highest quality comes from cooperating with other musicians
Jim Roberts I didn’t even say anything about Johnny Winters, you have no brain lol
100% true Rickey will never
Most underrrated guitar player. He FREE AS A BIRD now. Rest in peace.
Allen Collins was a damn good guitarist and song writer. Because of Allen we have tunes forever to cherish such as Tuesdays Gone, Needle and the Spoon, That Smell, The Ballad of Curtis Lowe, Gimme Three Steps and of course the classic that still endures just as strong today as it did when it was released: Free Bird. Allens epic jaw dropping aggressive guitar solo and Ronnie Van Zants unforgetable heartfelt delivered vocals is what made Free Bird the legend it`s become. Keep soaring Allen.
there was definitely something special about the chemistry between allen and gary. two different styles that melted so perfectly together, plus it looked like they were truly wicked good friends.
oh yeah steve gaines was awesome too.
Probably my favorite guitarist. Such a tall, humble looking guy who experienced many tragedies in his short life. From losing Ronnie, Steve, Cassie and dean in the plane crash, to his wife Kathy dying, followed by him becoming paralyzed from a car crash. Rip Allen collins fly high you free bird.
ALLEN, R.I.P. BROTHER OF THE ROAD, YOU WERE ONE OF THE BEST , YOU COULD PLAY A GUITAR LIKE NO ONE ELSE, YOU HAD YOUR OWN SOUND AND STYLE, YOU WERE ONE OF THE MOST KIND HUMANS TO WALK THE EARTH, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, COUSIN FIGEL
Cousin Figel än
Allen was the best guitar player ever he could really jam .
I still love you Allen What you went through during your life on earth you must have some serious wings sweet man but now your music and talent lives on here Enjoy your beautiful wife and baby in Heaven 🫶🏽
Allen, you are still loved and missed in 2022.
R.I.P ALLEN COLLINS _ Gone but not forgotten we will always keep the music alive.
G'day from Melbourne Australia..my opinion on Allen Collins..he loved and enjoyed playing music..he didn't worry ..famous or infamous. My feeling is..he did it for the the love of music..and there are great handfuls of musicians that are too true and making music for the love of it..kind regards Karolyn Melbourne
Man, what a fitting tribute, kudos to you my friend. Allen was truly gifted. It's a cryin' shame how the last years of his life spiraled down after he lost his wife. That really took the wind out of his sails.
But to me, it's even sadder how he kinda gets overlooked a lot of times when people talk about guitar greats. I proudly own and play an old Gibson Firebird, all because of him.
i could live in Allens smile. beautiful man.
Lyn D Beautiful comment. Beautiful smile, amazing guitarist. RIP
I could live in his smile or that beautiful head of hair.
Grew up in the neighborhood with him and got to hang out many times with his two daughters. Was at his auto accident that put him in a wheelchair. Lots of crazy 😜 memories!!!! One of the best ever!
Thank you guys for all your kind comments! It's great to see more fans of Allen, and that you all love him as much as I do!
I really like and respect videos like this. I for one will never forget Allan Collins and his talent on the ole' six string. I met him, Gary Rossington, Steve Gains, and Ronnie Van Zant back stage at the Oakland Coliseum concert in California July 7, 1977. They were all full of excitement and life. They performed the absolute best concert I had ever seen that day. I still get bummed a bit when I think exactaly 109 days later they were in that tragic horrible crash. All original members are gone now and I hope they have Heaven rockin' for when the rest of us get there. God bless them all!!!
The years go by, but the sense of loss grows stronger. Allen was an exceptional guitarist. His sense of dynamics in his playing are without equal. His insperation continues. God bless you, and thank you.
A very sad story. It's unthinkable the amount of tragedy Allen Collins had to endure. Great original track. Collins made his mark and will not be forgotten.
Alan Collins...is awesome!! I really miss this guy. Have a feeing he was good person...
He survived a plane crash and a car crash and still died so young. God Bless his soul. BTW, he looked good with facial hair.
Definitely a musical genius... Fly High FreeBird.. Rip Allen Collins
Greatest guitarist to ever live. RIP
26 years ago today. You are still missed Allen.
I miss Allen Collins so much
31 yrs now snd most of us are hoping it was just a bad dream
Allen knew his way around a Gibson Firebird and Explorer. A great rocker
Love Allen Collins, he was an Ace guitarist. From his totally awesome guitar tone from both the 58 Gibson Explorer and that rare Firebird. He was a sight to behold; a true 70s guitar god, with spectacular stage presence and his wild hair. He rocked that stage... stage...
🎸Your still my favorite Allen..I love you..RIP❤
I'm turning into a geezer at 59 best show I went to Allen Collins band at Daytona beach I forget the year I was kid early 20,s me best friend an girl went to Florida from VA for few years so busy working never went to Disney but kid had to have my music had all member still goin after rossington Collins split hot as hell no more than 10 ft from band being that close to all of them was reason was best not to mention tunes he was my hero but enjoyed them all I'm glad they got some cash to live way kings should after crash. Have great life peace
*One of my favorite guitar players of all time, Allen Collins*
Simply a great guitarist, enough said!
Will love you and your talent til the day I did. So much tragedy for one man. You did well.
Never forgotten or REPEATED . XXX
That’s where kid rock got his jumping from...he knew a good thing...rest easy now my brother..thanks for the jamz...will rock to ya til I’m dead and gone!
Grew up Skynyrd, i memories of my youth
This has brought tears to my eyes. Allen was a very talented musician and songwritter. He was only with us for a brief time but he touched many people that is for sure. Such talent will always be remembered. R.I.P. my friend. LONG LIVE ROCK AND ROLL.
ALLEN,GARY,RONNIE,STEVE and the rest of LYNYRD SKYNYRD BAND was and are the best in my book i would give anything to have known these guys personal cause i can just feel a kindred spirit with these guys
Me too they seem so much like the dudes I grew up with in the south of course
I feel like I grew up next door to them just from seeing them in concerts and listening to their music back in the day...i miss them...
From a 3 minute walk to where you grew up in Cedar Hills and a 5 minute drive to where you rest. All my life I never knew that there was such greatness hailing from this place. Wish I could have met him but he was already paralyzed by the time I was 14 and gone a little while after.
Makes these streets seem a little more hopeful, knowing that through hard work and a ton of God given talent a westside fellow as myself can be a legend.
Not that I want to be, I like basking in the light of knowing he did it.
Walter Sobchak I was at that wreck!
Rip Allen G.O.A.T
One of the best guitarists in History.
He wrote the greatest rock song ever’ ! Freebird!
Allen Collins was definitely one of the greats, albeit not often recognized as such. What always impressed me so much about him was his humility and devotion to his wife, daughters and bandmates. He was the real deal - on and off the stage. This world did not deserve him, that's for sure. ❤
allen was always my favorite...cool dude.....great player.....lots of energy....
Thanks 4 the great pics u shared may the master of the guitar always be remembered we love u allen C.❤❤
Rip brother.
Nearly 50 years on you got a new fan and had a massive impact on my guitar playing! Thankyou Allen x
Just lost a friend a few days z
Ago allan. Was great loved his skill an performance he was great all of them were ge ate
Rest in eternal peace freebird
So,underrated in the 70s lived a tragic life would give the shirt off his back for ,anybody my dad met him in 1976 after the concert in atlanta said he was so nice and actually gave him a cigarette lol
GREAT TRIBUTE !!! AC & the Whole Band were BLESSED to have such
GREAT FANS like ALL of YOU !!! Two sides of the same coin.
The REAL Deal.
What a lovely tribute to one of the greatest guitarists there will ever be. Thank you for putting this together, I know this is a late comment but I just discovered this video.
This is an awesome tribute to Allen. I grew up on that band and really miss a time when true artists like them flourished! Thanks Man. - Ricky :-)
RIP Allen. You was a damn fine guitarist!
Great talent gone too early. Stevie Gaines as well. Watching Collins, Gaines and Rossington on Free Bird was just magical as Hell.
Their energy was infectious even decades later! Made me pick up the guitar!
Always remembered.
The man really was a powerhouse on stage and the heart and soul of the guitar trio's of skynyrd great guitarist very very underrated
I loved his sound and his unmatched stage presence!!
Allen was many years ahead of his time.He got Steve to match lick for lick and the results were
Decade s ahead of the universe
this man was the reason i picked up a guitar many years ago. such a talented player, and writer. loved to watch him and gary go back and forth, allen just tearing up that explorer for all it's worth !!! sure do miss ya bro, rest easy, see yall again sometime....
allen he's the one that really suffer in lynyrd skynyrd he lost his friends in a plance crash he lost his wife and his unborn child his wife was all to him then
his band separeted he form a new band and did't make it then he lost his new girlfriend and got himself paralyze then lynyrd skynyrd got back together and he had to watch them play without them allen collins once said i can't believe im not out there playing with them 3 years later he died
rest in peace allen collins
Cant stop the tears! Happy Birthday Allen!
Well done hakoon. A very fitting tribute. The pic of Allen, Gary, Leon and Steve at 1:08 literally took my breath. I can't imagine any four players from the same band with the same talent. Just as they were all coming together to blow away the world, fate stepped in and changed history. Those among us who miss Allen, Ronnie, Leon, Billy and Stevie just as much as you do. . .applaud your efforts. Sometimes I just close my eyes and see them all on stage once again.
Fantastic! Allen was such a great person!
Always thought you simply cannot replace Allen! Aside from Free bird he did so many great parts on their original albums! His rhythm is so indispensable as so on the money! Then on top of that he’s like the nicest guy and a family man till tragedy struck and kept striking him! I know pain as anyone else! I’ve walked into a room my mother had just died in! But to loose both a wife who was with child that’s so heartbreaking! I miss Allen as all of lynyrd skynyrd’s band mates are the greatest American rock band to me! But Allen was simply the heart of Skynyrd in my opinion! RIP Allen your sorely missed and still loved!
Gone 30 years today, RIP you talented amazing guitar god. Your fans will never forget you.
I love you, Al. God bless you.
:40...I shed a tear when I see them two together. A picture says a thousand words💔
Truly one of the Greatest guitarists of all time. RIP Allen
Loved the way Collins would take the guitar by the scruff of the neck and play the life out of it!
I feel lucky to have seen him one year before the plane crash of Skynyrd in Mobile, Alabama in 1976. I was 16 and It was a great show, seem's like not too long ago, but it was, 36 year's ago. RIP Allen Collin's !
Great Tribute
We miss you Allen, and we miss all.
Southern Rock died in McComb MS that day. Even though you survived, nothing was or is the same.
Thank you Skynyrd for the memories.
Thank you for this Hakooon
Great musicains always seem to die young.
Good gosh I adored Allen Collins.
Me too! When I look at him playing in the happy years, it's so sad to think of the tragic fate he suffered.
Great that you like the song, thanks! :)
He had so many hardships
Beautiful tribute.. and Beautiful music and singing!
🍁🍂⚘BEAUTIFUL JOB, REALLY BEAUTIFUL.. He was Truly AMAZING.., A PILLAR OF FIRE With a Gibson.. !!!! ..., ⚘🍂🍁
Why is it I get choked up whenever I think of Allen Collins life..
Tears flowed.
Because his story is probably the single most tragic in rock history. Loss after loss, tragedy after tragedy. Terribly tragic life for a good guy and great guitarist.
To Me , he was like Duane Allman. Gregg Allman once said of his Brother , the music came in his head and out his hands. I think the same can be said about Allen Collins. R.I.P. Allen Collins.
by far the most underrated this dude fucking rocks man. my kids are 5 and 7 and love allen's free bird solo
I MISS HIM !!! The Skynyrd would love this !
It is an honor just to get to listen to LS of the 70s thanks for posting. Allen was in a class of his own
God Bless you Allen....... I miss you.
awesome job! one of the greatest!! Allen!
Fly high ole freebird.. yeah
Airborne Allen -- I'm still in love with your magical smile and your fierce guitar. Freebird, fly free.
No doubt about it he was one
Great Guitarist with alot left
In the tank.
beautiful and from the heart man. Thanks for sharing. I loved Allen's spirit and his playing. It was truly a sad day when that plane crash took some good people. I looked forward back then to seeing Gary and Allen keeping things together with the Rossington Collins band. I was so saddened to see Allen go through even more tragedies, and then his death. Thanks for writing this song, and sharing it with us. There will never be another Allen Collins.
Underrated. The man was a legend!
So underrated! Still a legend! :)
This brought tears in my eyes...