Watch New Trailer for Gregg Allman Documentary: ‘The Music of My Soul’ (EXCLUSIVE)

The life of Gregg Allman stands as one of rock music’s most compelling and emotionally charged narratives. It chronicles the ascent of the Allman Brothers Band, which he founded alongside his older sibling Duane during the deeply segregated American South of the 1960s. This saga is punctuated by profound heartbreak—the untimely deaths of both Duane and bassist Berry Oakley at just 24 years old—followed by the group’s multi-platinum commercial zenith, their eventual dissolution, Gregg’s high-profile marriage to Cher, a protracted struggle with substance abuse, and ultimately, his inspiring recovery and resurgence as a relevant musical force. For context, the Allman Brothers Band’s 1971 live album "At Fillmore East" is often cited by critics as one of the greatest live recordings in history, cementing their legacy in rock lore. This extraordinary life is now the focus of "Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul," a definitive documentary about the late singer-songwriter and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. The film is scheduled for theatrical release on June 17, featuring week-long engagements in Los Angeles and New York, along with single-night exclusive screenings at 200 cinemas nationwide. Tickets are currently available for purchase.

Directed by James Keach—a Grammy and Golden Globe-winning filmmaker recognized for his work on "Walk the Line" (2005), "Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me," "David Crosby: Remember My Name," and the Grammy-winning "Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice"—the documentary incorporates extensive interviews with Allman and his inner circle. It also draws on remarkable archival concert footage and interview material spanning his entire career. Notably, Keach’s prior documentary "Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me" earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song, showcasing his knack for capturing musicians’ personal struggles. Two premiere events, both already sold out, will precede the theatrical release. The first, on June 9 at New York City’s Gramercy Theatre, will feature a special acoustic performance by Devon Allman and Duane Betts. The second, on June 11 at the Grand Opera House in Macon, Georgia—a historic venue that has hosted countless Southern rock luminaries—will include a special appearance by Chuck Leavell. Both events will offer a screening of the film and a Q&A session with members of the filmmaking team.

Keach has shared his personal connection to the project, stating, "Gregg’s story totally resonated with me, especially his relationship with his brother, Duane. I have a very close relationship with my brother, Stacy, and the thought of losing my brother at such a young age really got me." This sentiment is echoed by Gregg’s longtime manager, Michael Lehman, who observes, "Gregg was impacted by, among other things, his profoundly close relationship and the tragic loss of his brother Duane. His music reflects the joy and the pain of his life experiences. I chose James Keach to direct this film because James is both an incredibly talented director and has a close relationship with his own brother, Stacy. I knew from the start that he would bring to life Gregg’s story, including the relationship with Duane and with his band, The Allman Brothers Band, and that James would be able to create both an enjoyable and deeply memorable film." The documentary marks the first release from Subtext, a new independent film production and distribution company launched in the U.S. in January 2026 by industry veterans Danielle DiGiacomo, Brian Levy, and Teddy Liouliakis. Rolling Stone Films will support the documentary through editorial, digital, and cultural activations. The film was produced by Keach alongside Lehman and Alex Komisaruk of PCH Films, with executive producers including Justin Falvey and Darryl Frank of Amblin Documentaries, Douglas Banker of Five All in the Fifth, Michael Hughes and Greg C. Lake of DLP Media Group, Robert Stein, Alexandra Dale of Rolling Stone Films, and Levy and Liouliakis of Subtext. Industry analysts have noted that Subtext’s entry into the market represents a strategic pivot in music documentary distribution, emphasizing partnerships with established media outlets to expand audience reach, a model that could reshape how such stories are told in the future.