December 31, 2006, 12:05 AM
by Brian D. Holland.
Warren Haynes began his professional career in the early '80s as a guitarist for David Allen Coe. He appeared on nine albums and toured the world extensively with the outlaw country pioneer. This experience was no doubt a crucial step in the development and direction of the future leader of Gov’t Mule and member of The Allman Brothers Band. It was through Coe that he met #OOPS#ie Betts and Greg Allman. #OOPS#ie Betts recognized Warren’s unique vocal ability and guitar playing talent and invited Haynes to perform on his Pattern Disruptive album released in 1988. This led to Warren joining the reunited version of The Allman Brothers Band, a version that also included future Gov’t Mule members Matt Abts (drums)...