From Macon & Jacksonville (Music and the American South) - Softcover

Michael Buffalo Smith grew up in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the home of the Marshall Tucker Band. His love of that group along with The Allman Brothers Band peaked his interest in the music called Southern Rock. Smith founded Gritz magazine in 1998 and began interviewing the stars he listened to and admired.

Since I started reading Buffalo's latest book, I can't seem to get anything done. I can't put it down. FROM MACON TO JACKSONVILLE is full of life stories straight from the mouths of your favorite Southern Rockers. --Paul Hornsby, producer and musician at Muscadine Studios, Macon, Georgia

Once again, as in his critically acclaimed CAPRICORN RISING, Michael Buffalo Smith captures the true essence of Southern Rock in this new book, FROM MACON TO JACKSONVILLE. A great read! --Willie Perkins, author and former tour manager for The Allman Brothers Band

Michael Buffalo Smith has been a long-time friend, and I can say unequivocally that he has more knowledge of the history of Southern Rock than anyone I know. --Chuck Leavell, pianist/keyboardist for The Rolling Stones, The Allman Brothers Band, and Sea Level

Michael Buffalo Smith is truly the "keeper of the flame!" He has always honored the great Southern way to play and has presented us players, writers, and fans in an honest (warts and all) loving and human way. I was so honored to have been chosen to grace the second ever hard-copy cover of Gritz magazine! Thanks Michael. As the late, great Gregg Allman always put it: "Don't forget to boogie, baby!" --Bonnie Bramlett, songwriter/recording artist; co-leader of Delaney & Bonnie & Friends

Michael Buffalo Smith writes of what he knows and what he loves; those who share in that love him. --Henry Paul, singer/songwriter; and member of Outlaws

Michael Buffalo Smith was a highly respected friend of my brother, Tommy Crain. He is a good man and a straight shooter. --Billy Crain, songwriter/musician; and member of the Henry Paul Band and Outlaws

Michael Buffalo Smith is one of the biggest Southern music followers and supporters. As a writer, musician, and publisher, he has dedicated his life to promoting this music. Michael was my favorite interviewer--one reason is because he has great knowledge of the subject. His two latest books are FROM MACON TO JACKSONVILLE and CAPRICORN RISING, and I highly recommend both if you have an interest in music from the South. --Alan Walden, former manager of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Outlaws; 2003 Inductee, Georgia Music Hall of Fame