December 12
Dickey Betts
December 12, 1943 – April 18, 2024
Dickey Betts joined the Allman Brothers Band in 1969 as its lead guitarist alongside Duane Allman. Playing lead guitar while becoming one of the band's principal songwriters, he helped shape its blend of rock, blues, jazz, and country with his melodic style and memorable compositions.
Betts appeared on albums including At Fillmore East, Eat a Peach, and Brothers and Sisters while writing or co-writing many of the band's best-known songs, including "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed," "Blue Sky," and "Ramblin' Man." After the band first disbanded in 1976, he pursued a solo career before rejoining for later reunions and continued performing until health issues brought his touring career to a close.
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Denny Dias
December 12, 1946
Denny Dias co-founded Steely Dan with Walter Becker and Donald Fagen in 1972 after answering a newspaper advertisement placed by the songwriting duo. Playing lead guitar, he helped establish the group's sophisticated blend of rock, jazz, and pop while contributing memorable performances to albums including Can't Buy a Thrill, Countdown to Ecstasy, and Katy Lied.
As Steely Dan gradually shifted from a touring band to a studio-based project, Dias continued recording with Becker and Fagen until 1977 before leaving the group. He later worked as a session guitarist and recording engineer while making occasional guest appearances with former Steely Dan associates.
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