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Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum are part of Mercer Music at Capricorn, which also includes a music incubator and office/event space.
Macon, Georgia
Joined May 2019
Get ready for Skydog, an annual benefit concert that celebrates the life and music of Duane "Skydog" Allman. This year's event will be held noon-5 p.m. Nov. 23 at Carolyn Crayton Park in Macon.
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Come see what our producers Charlie Gilbert and Miles Landrum and Chief Engineer Rob Evans have been up to! On Dec. 7, we'll showcase a variety of artists whose music was recorded and produced at Capricorn Sound Studios. Tix: https://t.co/216nI5rdre Photo by Gunner Robinson
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UPDATE: Thank you for your interest in this event. Unfortunately, it needs to be postponed to a later date in the new year. Tickets sold will be honored at the future date. For refunds or questions, please email capricorn@mercer.edu.
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On this day in 1947, the late Toy Caldwell was born. Toy co-founded The Marshall Tucker Band with his brother, Tommy. Over Toy's 11 years as band leader, The Marshall Tucker Band released 14 albums with millions of copies sold. Photo by Herb Kossover
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On this day in 1972, we lost bassist Berry Oakley, a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band. He died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash, not unlike the one that killed his friend and fellow band member, Duane Allman. Photo by Twiggs Lyndon
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Join us 11/19 as we celebrate the release of the late Tommy Talton's record, "Seven Levels." The event will feature a discussion and performances with special guests Chuck Leavell and Rick Hirsch. Tickets cost $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Get yours: https://t.co/PA5QnxDLcs
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Happy birthday to Bonnie Bramlett! The first lady of Southern rock had three albums on Capricorn Records — "It's Time" (1975), "Lady's Choice" (1976) and "Memories" (1978) — and she remains a living icon in Southern music circles.
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The late Tommy Talton's final studio album was released today by Strolling Bones Records. "Seven Levels" was recorded at Capricorn Sound Studios in 2022.
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On this day in 2009, The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation added the old Capricorn Sound Studios to its 2010 Places in Peril list. Today Capricorn Sound Studios is once again a thriving music center.
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Outlaw country legend Billly Joe Shaver is being honored with a bronze statue of the former Capricorn artist in his hometown of Corsicana, Texas, the Waco Tribune-Herald reported. Shaver recorded two albums on the Capricorn Records label — "When I Get My Wings" and "Gypsy Boy."
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On this day in 1971, the world lost one of its greatest guitarists when Duane Allman died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash in Macon. He was just 24. Today, you can pay your respects to Duane at Rose Hill Cemetery. Photo by Twiggs Lyndon
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Happy birthday to the late Charlie Daniels! In this photo, taken by Herb Kossover, he talks with engineer Ovie Sparks during a recording session at Capricorn Sound Studios for his album, "Fire on the Mountain."
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The Macon Arts Alliance has presented Larry Brumley with a Cultural Award in recognition of his contribution to arts and culture. The presenters highlighted his work bringing Capricorn Sound Studios back to life and stewarding the on-air production of "A Night of Georgia Music."
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Drawing from their hometown's extensive songbook, Macon Music Revue recorded its newly released, self-titled debut album at Capricorn Sound Studios. Included among the cuts is "Out of Left Field," originally released in 1967 by Alabama singer Percy Sledge. https://t.co/KAL2mCFff7
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Catch the EG Kight Trio live at Capricorn Sound Studios at on Oct. 24. With her rich vocals, captivating guitar style and hefty catalog of well-crafted, original songs, EG Kight has entertained audiences around the globe in true Southern style. Tickets: https://t.co/3IlJAn1SiW
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Thanks to all who came out for a fantastic evening with Nest of Singing Birds! In addition to the ballad swap, guests enjoyed an interview with the band. Dr. Doug Thompson, director of the Spencer B. King Jr. Center for Southern Studies at Mercer University, led the talk.
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Happy birthday, Elvin Bishop! From 1974 to 1978, he released five studio albums and one live album on the Capricorn Records label. His highest charting song, "Fooled Around and Fell in Love," is from his 1975 album "Struttin' My Stuff" and hit No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Happy birthday to the late Tom Dowd! On this day in 1925, the legendary recording engineer was born. This photo, taken by Twiggs Lyndon, is from the "Eat A Peach" sessions with the Allman Brothers Band at Criteria Recording Studios in Miami.
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#ThrowbackThursday to 2021 when Kristian Bush of Sugarland, Brandon Bush of Train, and Benji Shanks of Blackberry Smoke brought their new improvisational rock band, Dark Water, to Capricorn Sound Studios. https://t.co/SnqqZxWSav
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National Geographic recognizes Macon — and Capricorn Sound Studios! — as influential in shaping American music. https://t.co/YRpuwNtvUU
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These influential cities played pivotal roles in the rise of icons like Buddy Holly, Sam Cooke, and Hank Williams—yet still live in the shadow of more well-known music hubs like Nashville and Memphis.
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