Subtext, a U.S. independent film production and distribution company launched in January 2026 by industry veterans Danielle DiGiacomo, Brian Levy, and Teddy Liouliakis, has acquired the North American rights to the upcoming documentary Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul. The film marks the company’s first release and is scheduled for a theatrical debut this summer.
Directed by GRAMMY and Golden Globe Award-winning filmmaker James Keach and produced by Michael Lehman, the full-length documentary examines the life and career of Gregg Allman, co-founder and frontman of the Allman Brothers Band and a central figure in Southern rock. The film draws on previously unseen interviews and rare performance footage to explore Allman’s musical legacy and personal journey.
“Gregg Allman’s music is woven into the fabric of American culture, and this film captures both the artistry and the humanity behind the legend,” said Brian Levy of Subtext. “We’re proud to bring the film to American audiences, offering devoted fans rare insight and archival material while introducing Gregg’s legacy to a new generation.”
Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul follows Allman’s life through periods of personal tragedy and recovery, including the death of his brother and bandmate Duane Allman, his struggles with addiction, and his search for redemption. The documentary features rarely seen concert footage of the Allman Brothers Band at their creative peak, offering an in-depth look at the group’s live performances.
The film also examines the band’s cultural impact, highlighting its commitment to artistic freedom, collaboration, and racial integration during a time when integrated rock groups were uncommon. It explores Allman’s relationship with fame, including his highly publicized marriage to Cher, and the tension between public life and his pursuit of authenticity.
Keach’s previous work includes Walk the Line (2005), Glen Campbell: I’ll Be Me (2014), David Crosby: Remember My Name (2019), and Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice. He directed and produced the new documentary alongside Lehman and Alex Komisaruk of PCH Films. Executive producers include Justin Falvey and Darryl Frank of Amblin Documentaries, Douglas Banker of Five All in the Fifth, Michael Hughes and Greg C. Lake of DLP Media Group, Robert Stein, and Brian Levy and Theodore Liouliakis of Subtext. The film was made in association with Rolling Stone Films and executive produced by Alexandra Dale. The acquisition deal was negotiated by Danielle DiGiacomo for Subtext, with Josh Braun, Dan Braun, and Matt Burke representing the filmmakers.
“I am honored to have worked with Gregg and to have called him my dear friend,” says Michael Lehman. “This film captures his true essence, and it’s profoundly meaningful to be able to share his remarkable story with the world. Gregg’s music has outlived him and will bring joy to many generations in the future.”
“I personally connected to Gregg Allman in his close relationship to his brother and his battles with addiction,” says James Keach. “For me, Gregg’s incredible voice resonates not just in his music but in his humanity, in overcoming the murder of his father, the early death of his brother Duane, and his personal demons. His soulful voice and brilliant songs reflect a life of redemption and hopefully will inspire all who witness his journey.”
“Few bands have shaped the sound and mythology of American music like the Allman Brothers Band, and Rolling Stone has long been honored to chronicle their rise, reinvention, and resilience,” adds Alex Dale. “We’re proud to help bring Gregg Allman’s story to the screen in a way that captures the depth, complexity, and soul of his legacy.”
Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul will be released theatrically in North America this summer.
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