Allen Stone

Singer and songwriter Allen Stone describes himself as "a hippie with soul," and his music reflects both sides of this formula. His vocals and melodic style show the clear influence of classic soul and R&B of the 1960s and '70s, while his lyrics reveal an idealism and passion that recall the folk-inspired singer/songwriters of the same era. Allen Stone was born in 1987 in Chewelah, Washington, a small town not far from Spokane. Stone's mother was an obstetrician while his father was the pastor of a local church; He grew up on gospel and Christian music, and began leading youth worship groups when he was only 14. He had little exposure to secular music as a child, but in his teens, he developed a taste for classic soul music, and started collecting vintage R&B sides, as well as golden age singer/songwriters. After graduating from high school, 18-year-old Stone left Chewelah and relocated to Seattle. He began writing songs, and soon put together a band of top-tier players who all happened to be devastatingly handsome. Prolific players yet modest (they know ALL the scales and notes, bro) Stone and his band of dapper virtuosos developed a reputation for powerful live shows as they played up to 200 dates a year. Allen and his band have toured with and opened for Stevie Wonder, Al Green, Dave Matthews Band, Hall and Oates, O.A.R., The Roots, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness and many many more. Critically acclaimed for his full band live show, they have delighted crowds at Bonnaroo, Coachella and audiences in six continents and every US State. He and his band have had the privilege of performing on Conan, The Tonight Show, The Late Show with David Letterman and more. He currently resides in Spokane, WA with his fiancée and their two dog-children, Ricky Lake and Chunk. Ask him about the time he met Stevie Wonder and held out his hand waiting for Stevie to shake it.....