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Jeff Allen
Country / Rock

Never knew it could be this good...



Canton, Texas
United States

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Last Login:  12/11/2009
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Member Since12/15/2005
Band Websitewww.jeffallenmusic.com
Band MembersJeff Allen
InfluencesChris Knight, Randy Rogers, Jack Ingram, Patty Griffin, Merle Haggard, Marty Stuart, Hal Ketchum, JESUS, Dwight Yoakam, Elvis , The Eagles, Brooks and Dunn, CCR, Waylon Payne, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Black Crowes, Ray Charles, Ryan Adams, Ray Lamontagne
Sounds LikeJeff Allen
Record LabelFor booking contact Jeff Gregg @ CAA. 615-383-8787
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Dec 3 2009 6:00P
KSEL Radio Show Portales, New Mexico
Dec 5 2009 9:00P
The Hog Pit Pub and Grub Midland, Texas
Dec 5 2009 9:00P
Hog Pit Pub & Grub Midland, Texas
Dec 6 2009 7:00P
The White Elephant Ft. Worth, Texas
Feb 5 2010 9:00P
Rockin Rodeo Denton, Texas

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   About Jeff Allen
With an eclectic sound that seamlessly unites aspects of Texas honky-tonk, rocking country guitars, and a little southernsoul, Jeff Allen has emerged as a unique talent in the music industry today. Blessed with the ability to tell a story through music, Allen is destined to leave a mark on the Country music scene. Allen’s first album, Raised on Gettin’ By, is his first full length studio recording. Allen wrote or co-wrote eight of the 11 songs for the project making it an extremely personal reflection of the man himself. The title track, “Raised on Gettin’ By,” is Allen’s personal favorite because of its message of working hard to earn the things you have. “That song, I think, tells more of my story than any other song on the album,” says Allen. However, he is quick to point out that the entire album hits close to home and unfolds as a collection of stories and memories from his own life. Allen recorded the classic Tom T. Hall song, “Me & Jesus,” as a tribute to his late grandfather, Virgil Porter. “I remember waking up at my grandparents’ house to the smell of breakfast and the sound of my grandfather singing that song. It still brings tears to my eyes,” says Allen. “I’m so proud of this record and I really love singing every song on it.” Allen has been rigorously promoting Raised on Gettin’ By through a series of live shows in Texas as well as numerous college campuses across the United States. In 2007, Allen toured with Emerson Drive for a string of dates across the country and opened for country music superstar Reba McEntire. There was an audience of 30,000 at the show, making it Allen’s largest audience so far. Also, in his career he has opened for various legendary performers such as Randy Travis, Vince Gill, Little Big Town, and Big and Rich. “It’s been so surreal to get up on the stage before people I grew up watching and admiring,” says Allen. Born and raised in a musical family in Canton, TX, Allen is the epitome of the down-home country boy. Allen grew up around music and began to love it from a young age. As a child, he spent his summers on his grandparents’ farm in Wills Point, Texas, listening to his grandmother play hymns on the piano at church and spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and four-wheeling. At the age of 15, Allen found his aunt’s guitar in the attic and began teaching himself chords to accompany himself whenever he wanted to sing. One year later, Allen had his first chance to perform for the public. “It was in my hometown at Octoberfest on the square downtown. My friend’s mom, who played the guitar and knew I sang, talked me into getting up and singing Jailhouse Rock,” says Allen. Though it was a nerve racking experience for the teenager, he eventually realized he wanted to play music for a living. “At first, I had a huge case of stage fright, but with encouragement and support from my family and friends, I kept playing, eventually overcoming it,” says Allen. “Now my nerves are calm and I’m excited before I go on stage.” Allen’s first paying gig was a performance at the Johnnie High Country Music Revue in Arlington, Texas. “I think I made $25 to sing two songs, but looking back, it was worth it.” Allen has come a long way from his humble beginnings to achieving respect as both an artist and a songwriter. He manages to stay modest about his success thus far and is determined to have staying power. “In ten years, I’d love to still be on tour full-time and have a few of my songs on the radio,” says Allen. “I just want to make a living writing and playing the music I love.”

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Dec 8 2009 11:51 PM

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Jamie Lynn Noon

Jamie Lynn Noon



Dec 7 2009 6:26 PM

Hey!

Thank you so much... Happy Holidays!

:)

Always,

Jamie
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Taelor Martin

Taelor Martin



Dec 7 2009 12:54 PM

wish i could have been there... =(
Tammy

Tammy Merrill Harper



Dec 7 2009 2:23 AM

Hey, Jeff how's it goin? Haven't heard much from ya lately.  Thanks for your friendship!! Hope all is goin well for ya!!  ~hugs~
Biscuit

Justin Bradley



Dec 5 2009 2:03 AM

Enjoyed your music last night. Hope to see you play again.
Kerry

Kerry
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Nov 25 2009 10:37 PM

Thanks for the add
HONEYBUN

misty Moulder



Nov 23 2009 10:22 PM

just stopping by to say a friendly hello...and hope all is well with you!
                                                                               god bless,
                                                                           misty moulder
Taelor Martin

Taelor Martin



Nov 19 2009 2:02 PM

listenin 2 ur song right now! =) so my day started off pretty good!
Taelor Martin

Taelor Martin



Nov 16 2009 6:26 PM

i love yal! yal r awesome!
Catherine Ivy

Catherine Ivy



Nov 15 2009 4:37 AM

Been a long time since I heard from you!

Happy weekend precious friend!:-)







Lots of hugs and buckets of love and blessings~
BLUE

BLUE



Nov 14 2009 7:27 PM

You are a true professional.  Welcome aboard BLUE’s train!!
*Jennie*

Jennifer King



Nov 13 2009 5:31 PM

You're welcome... You such a BIG DEAL  
Amy

Amy Robbins



Nov 13 2009 1:36 AM

Hey man,

I sure will! He has said great things about you! He is sick right now....sniffles and achey. Poor thang! Hope to catch you live sometime, we jam to your tunes in his truck all the time. I dig it! Hope to meet you soon as well! Take care, best of luck, and hope to see ya sometime!
*Jennie*

Jennifer King



Nov 11 2009 3:31 AM

Your song was on the radio up here in Oklahoma. Best moment of my day :)
EMILY ANNE WILLIAMS (:

Emily Long



Nov 10 2009 12:30 AM

I'm listening to your cd right now! :) can't wait till you come play at the shop! ;)
I Wan2 B A NoMaD

I Wan2 B A NoMaD



Nov 8 2009 5:24 AM

Hey Jeff! Are u Planning on Coming Back to CSU any time? Or Montana? That's where I'm from and I go back a lot. I was the one yelling out requests at ur concert at CSU this year. haha. But I've heard a few people playing your music in their car and ipods around campus! I'm sure everyone would love you to come back! I Sure would!
~~~Kandi~~~

Kandi Osborne Marsh



Nov 7 2009 2:14 AM

HAVE A ROCKIN WEEKEND Pictures, Images and Photos
Cheryl

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Oct 31 2009 4:48 PM

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Nicci

Nicci



Oct 31 2009 3:28 PM

Happy halloween!!!!!
Ines

Ines



Oct 30 2009 9:28 PM

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Kristi

Kristina Adkins-Gibson



Oct 29 2009 2:26 PM

Hope you have a great weekend :) 
Happy Halloween!
Maddey

Madison Pena



Oct 29 2009 1:20 AM

Heyy!! Love your music!!
Thought you were great at RebelFest in Midland
Had a blast and loved talkin to you!
Carlos Aguilera

Carlos Aguilera



Oct 28 2009 5:20 PM

Really enjoyed your show at 12th and porter last night...sounded awesome!!!!
Brandon

Brandon Steen



Oct 26 2009 8:35 PM

Had a great time Saturday night. You sure were a big hit with all the Rebel Girls lol. See ya in 2 weeks and i'll bring some beverages for you and the guys. Oh, and if you get in early enought let me know if you get in early enough and we can maybe go get some airtime with Kelly and Amanda.
~~~Kandi~~~

Kandi Osborne Marsh



Oct 24 2009 3:45 AM

Now that is TOOOOOOO funny!!! My husband turned on this CD in the car and said I think your gonna like it.  I listened and said this sounds really familiar to me.  He said it shouldn't cause it was a customers son.  Your mom gave him the CD when he was at her house working on her cable.  LOL!!!!! I said HA I have him on my myspace...hehe

Hope your making it big time!!!!

Love your music!!!!
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