1966 - Born May 2, 1966 to Lem and Susan Allen, in Luling, Texas, music has been a part of my life since day one. My mom, dad, and brother are talented musicians as well. I literally can't remember a day in my life that didn't at least include listening to a song on the radio. As a kid, our house was always full of friends that came by to visit. Sing-a-longs were popular, with mom on the piano, and our good friend John Holloway on the guitar. We sang everything including Elvis, Buddy Holly, Frank Sinatra, Bob Wills, Jerry Jeff and Willie. The harmonies were good and bad, but it didn't matter... it was fun!!! Playing trombone in high school and throughout college and law school, I've always been involved in music. I have sung in public with various bands throughout my life, but I never considered pursuing singing or performing as a career until recently. Music is my passion. Oldies, classical music, rock and roll, and mariachi music are some of my favorites. However, I am partial to country music when it comes to performing. Ray Price, Johnny Bush, Darrell McCall, Bob Wills, Mel Tillis, Charlie Pride, Merle Haggard, George Strait, and Jody Nix. Those guys really get me excited! Shuffles, Waltzes and Western Swing tunes have always been the foundation of the Texas Dancehall sound that I hope to help revive. You can't have too much fiddle or steel guitar in a song for me. I have had the pleasure of doing guest appearances with Jody Nix and the Texas Cowboys as well as Kelly Spinks and Miles of Texas. In my opinion, these are two of the finest Dancehall bands in the State of Texas. Jody and Kelly have given me lots of encouragement. Lately, I have been going to jam sessions in the central Texas area, and I have been fortunate to become friends with some of the finest musicians in the business. They have encouraged me to pursue singing more seriously. So, I cut a CD that includes some of my favorite tunes. I like to describe it as a rebirth of the classic dancehall sound. I hope this new venture brings a lot of joy to everyone who listens to my music.