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  Background non_vocal_instrumentalist
  Birth Name Claude Hudson Trucks
  Alias Butch Trucks
  Born <br> Jacksonville, Florida
  Instrument Drum s
  Genre Rock
  Occupation musician
  Years Active 1964–present
  Associated Acts The Allman Brothers Band


Claude Hudson "Butch" Trucks (born May 11 , 1947 in Jacksonville, Florida ) is an American Drummer who is one of the founding members of The Allman Brothers Band .

One of Trucks' first bands was local Jacksonville band The Vikings , who made one 7" record in 1964 . Another early band was The 31st Of February which formed and broke-up in 1968. This group's lineup eventually included both Duane Allman and Gregg Allman . They recorded a cover of "Morning Dew," by 1960s folk singer Bonnie Dobson .

Trucks then helped form The Allman Brothers Band in 1969 , along with Duane Allman (guitar), Gregg Allman (vocals and organ), Dickey Betts (guitar), Berry Oakley (bass), and fellow drummer Jai Johanny Johanson .

Trucks continues to record and perform with the Allman Brothers Band today. In a band known for its onstage charisma, Trucks is often the focal point, leading the Rhythm Section while keeping a determined visual lock on certain members while playing.

Trucks has had a long interest in , playing a level 60 Human Paladin rather skillfully. He also plays a level 70 Cleric on Everquest .Taylor Hill (April 11, 2006). "Wanee and Warcraft: A Conversation with Butch Trucks" . ''Jambands.com'' (site accessed April 12, 2006). Trucks has stated that he has read this article and seems to approve of it.

His Nephew , guitarist Derek Trucks , fronts the Derek Trucks Band and joined the Allman Brothers Band in 1999 .

His oldest son, guitarist Vaylor Trucks , is part of a trio called Bonobos Convergence based in Atlanta .

He currently lives with his wife in Florida.


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