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Gregg Allman Won't Cancel North Carolina Concert, Stands by LGBT Community

By Radio.com Staff

(RADIO.COM) – Gregg Allman will proceed with his concert tonight in North Carolina.

Some artists have recently canceled gigs in the state after the passage of a controversial "Religious Liberty" law, which many see as a thinly veiled justification for business owners to discriminate against the LGBT community.

In an official statement on his Facebook page, Allman detailed the rationale behind his decision.

You can read his full statement below:

For over 45 years, I've been fortunate to play music all around this country and the world. I've been honored to know...

Posted by Gregg Allman on Tuesday, April 12, 2016

 

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