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GALLERY: Crossroads Guitar Festival 2013

Highlights from Friday and Saturday night at Crossroads. Photos by Kevin Mazur/WireImage

"For the grand finale, the Allman Brothers Band took the stage. Here, the band plays ""Statesboro Blues"" with special guests. Left to right: Los Lobos' Cesar Rosas, Derek Trucks, Warren Haynes, Taj Mahal, Los Lobos' David Hidalgo, and Oteil Burbridge on bass. "

Also click here to read our 20 Best Moments of Crossroads 2013 with fan videos.

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DigiTech JamMan Solo HD
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