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Brothers of the Road is the eleventh studio album by the Allman Brothers Band, released in 1986. Departing from their earlier Southern rock sound, the album incorporates elements of pop and country, showcasing a more polished production. It features a blend of energetic tracks and reflective ballads, highlighting the band's versatility. The album includes the notable single 'Straight from the Heart,' which achieved significant airplay and contributed to the band's resurgence in the late 1980s. Although it received mixed reviews from critics, it remains a noteworthy entry in the band's discography, illustrating their evolution over the years.