Known as “The Soul Working Man,” Slam Allen may be the hardest-working entertainer touring today. Born into a musical family, the Allen Brothers (father Harrison and Uncle Cecil) had him playing drums as a youngster in their band on the Chitlin' Circuit, traveling from one juke joint to another. His dad drove home the message: you aren’t entertaining anyone unless you are giving all of yourself when you’re on that stage.

 

And giving his all is exactly what he does every time he steps on stage. An amazingly gifted songwriter, Allen wrote songs and provided vocals on James Cotton’s Grammy-nominated comeback album “Giant”, and followed that up with his own “Feel These Blues”, which was a Blues Blast Nominee for Best Soul Blues Album.  But he considers himself primarily an entertainer – on stage is where Slam Allen is happiest and most at home.  And he will have you smiling from ear to ear. 

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 A multi-faceted musician, Slam is a soulful singer and a versatile guitarist with lightning-fast speed when he wants it, though he prefers a warm, tight groove over guitar theatrics. His emphasis lies more in a good overall band sound – cohesive, full, and exciting.

 

A little bit Chicago…a little bit Memphis…a little bit Country (where it all began), Slam Allen is one of the last of the “Real Deal” singer, songwriter, guitarist, entertainers, playing soul and blues in the heartfelt, joyous, passionate way it is meant to be played.

 

Slam Allen’s performances are so exciting, so mesmerizing, and he has such a way of drawing you in, that you’re not hearing the music as much as you are feeling it.  You will not want the night to end. Unfortunately, end it will, so don’t miss this performance!

 

Come experience Slam Allen at the Norwich Arts Center.