Melody Trucks and The Fitzkee Brothers with Chris Vitarello – The Allman Brothers Band Legacy Meets the Next Generation of Southern Rock and Groove

Melody Trucks and the Fitzkee Brothers don’t just play Southern rock—they ignite it. Melody, daughter of Allman Brothers drum legend Butch Trucks, has carved her own lane with a voice that can preach, plead, and roar when the moment calls for it.

The Fitzkee Brothers bring the heat, fusing blues-soaked guitar work with groove-heavy rhythms and fearless improvisation that pulls from Southern rock, funk, and jam-band traditions.

Adding another powerful dimension is Chris Vitarello, a Blues Hall of Fame guitarist known for his lyrical, inventive playing and his time with Butch Trucks & The Freight Train Band, the Bruce Katz Band, and touring with Vanessa Collier. His presence creates a rare bridge between generations—connecting the music of Melody’s father’s era with the sound of what comes next.

Together, this lineup delivers a night of original music, deep grooves, and improvisation rooted in tradition but pushing forward at full speed.

For fans of:

The Allman Brothers Band, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Widespread Panic, The Meters, Derek & The Dominos, Parliament-Funkadelic

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Melody Trucks & The Fitzkee Brothers Band
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Melody Trucks & The Fitzkee Brothers bring a powerhouse blend of Southern rock, jam, and improvisational fire to every performance. This electrifying collaboration features Melody Trucks (percussion/vocals), Drew Fitzkee (bass/vocals), and Alex Fitzkee (drums/vocals), backed by a rotating cast of elite guitarists and keyboardists. Every show is a unique, high-energy experience that leaves crowds wanting more.

Melody Trucks has captivated audiences at The Peach Music Festival, Suwannee Rising, and Hulaween. As the daughter of the late Butch Trucks (The Allman Brothers Band), she continues the legacy with deep grooves, soulful vocals, and an undeniable stage presence.

The Fitzkee Brothers are rising stars in the modern jam scene, known for their explosive blend of Allman Brothers-style improvisation, Hendrix-inspired intensity, and Foo Fighters-level energy. Their single “Give You All My Love” has racked up over 125,000 streams, and “Lakesong” landed on Spotify’s Modern Jam Band editorial playlist. They’ve shared the stage with Duane Betts, Robert Randolph, Jorma Kaukonen, and have jammed with Post Malone.

Adding a meaningful layer to the night is guitarist Chris Vitarello, a seasoned touring musician who previously played in Butch Trucks & The Freight Train Band, the Bruce Katz Band, and currently tours with Vanessa Collier. Chris’s connection to Melody bridges generations, making this show a true legacy transfer in action—from the music of her father’s era to the sound of what comes next.

Expect an evening of compelling original music, infectious grooves, inspired improvisation, and subtle nods to the history that shaped it all—without living in the past.

Notable Appearances:

• Headlined Willie’s Crazy Train Campout with Melvin Seals & Ron Holloway

• Opened for Live Dead & The Brothers

• Performed at SXSW and Allman Betts Family Revival Afterparties

• Lit up Asheville Music Hall with Claude Coleman Jr. (Ween) and Marcus White (Shady Recruits)

Chris Vitarello

Chris Vitarello is a gifted guitarist and a blues hall of famer. Inducted on November 14th 2013.Nominee and performer at the 32nd Blues Music Awards.(Chris O’Leary Band best new artist) and a Blues Blast winner. (Chris O’Leary Band 2013) While Chris chooses blues to be the main part of his career,he also branches out and leans toward the jazzier side of things.

Chris also is a Worship Director at Walnut Hill Community Church in Bethel, Connecticut, where he helps facilitate musical direction and guidance for four campuses and over 60 volunteer musicians.

"Vitarello's guitar solos display a lyricism and inventiveness that's reminiscent of the late Grant Green"– John Kleinman- Elmore Magazine 2018