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2013 SHOW TODAY Randy Allen & Southern Xpress Artist Info Nashville Recording Artist RANDY ALLEN Sings: Modern Country / Southern Rock / Traditional Country Address: 858 Monterey Dr City, St: Iron Station, NC Zip: 28080 Manager: Karyn Williamson Ph: 704.502.0520 Label: Independent Type: Indie E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.randyallen.net Contact: [email protected] Randy Allen’s Biography I was born in Charlotte, NC to Robert Earl and Martha Houck Cooke with the given name Randall Wayne Cooke. My parents frequently caught me standing around our stereo “console” singing along with various artists. I would entertain the family for hours with these performances. Over the years I began to wonder if singing was to be my chosen path. I would sit for hours with melodies running through my mind while I was jotting down lyrics on whatever paper was near. Music has always been my passion and singing has been my outlet. I strive to be making music full time. In 1999, I formed Randy Allen and Heartland Express. I combined my nickname, Randy, along with my brother’s name Allen, to create a more natural ring when announced on stage. We played clubs, small venues, weddings and such around Charlotte. Monty, the band leader, and I would schedule shows and rehearsals as much as possible. We played Friday and Saturday nights in and around NC and SC. In 2003, we came to the conclusion that our journey together had came to an end. Meanwhile, I continued to write music and sing, which is what I loved. I sent some of my work to Dick McVey in Nashville and he invited me to meet with him. We talked about music, my career goals and my ability to make it in the music business. He emphasized that it was a long hard road and I stressed my commitment level, which is extremely dedicated. We promptly scheduled my first recording session. In 2003, I recorded my first album, "Guide Me Through”. My personal life, real experiences and my friends do influence my songwriting. I wrote the song “Trust in Me Daddy” about my real life struggle with starting a music career. My dad would worry about me having a steady job, raising my family and singing my music. Somehow I just could not mute the music in my head. In 2009, I released my second album “Trust in Me”. I recorded this album because I wanted to cover some of my favorite songs by the artists that were popular in my youth and I admired. There are also two of the original songs off the first album that were never released. I am currently working and studying vocals with Judy Rodman who wrote “One Way Ticket” for Leann Rimes. Today I am giving it my all and hoping for my big break. Give me a listen, and then give me a chance. CD available @ cdbaby.com and @ randyallen.net Contact: [email protected] or [email protected] Press Release 2011 Lincoln Times News Randy Allen celebrates CD release on KMA label with local concert Lincoln Times-News Contributed Randy Allen of Denver has a country music CD being released by KMA. He’ll celebrate the new album with a performance 7 p.m. Friday at the Citizens Center in Lincolnton. Denver resident and country-music singer Randy Allen celebrates his first record label CD release with a special performance Friday evening in Lincolnton. Allen, who’s currently in his early 40s, didn’t even pick up a guitar until the age of 28, and already he’s released two albums. However, his new album, “Up Above It All,” will be his first with KMA records of Nashville, Tenn. Allen received a contract deal with the Indie label in 2009, a year after he won a singing contest with Big Mama’s Recording Studio in Seymour, Tenn. He came across the contest while searching for recording studios online, and following his win, was invited to sing at Big Mama’s during an eight-hour studio block. During his initial meeting with the recording studio, Allen quickly laid down 10 tracks for his debut CD “Trust in Me.” Those included two original tracks and eight cover songs from his favorite country music artists. Allen initially went to Nashville in 2003 where he met publicist Dick McVey, the man who introduced him to Judy Rodman, songwriter of one of Leann Rime’s most famous hits, “One Way Ticket.” The title track from “Trust in Me” was written to Allen’s father, begging him for approval to “see him through” his musical pursuit. “He didn’t believe I should be chasing a dream,” he said. Allen particularly noted his father’s contempt for his son’s picking up a guitar at nearly 30 years old. Allen sees no timeline when it comes to pursuing one’s passion. Allen encourages amateur musicians to run towards their life goals without surrender. “It doesn’t matter how old you are,” he said. “You got a dream — follow it.” His love for country music was acquired from legendary icons of the genre, Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard. However, he noted that his newest CD captures traditional sounds similar to Alan Jackson and George Strait. The album’s first release, “Daddy,” was written about Denver resident and co-writer Tracy Carrell’s experience with losing his father at a young age. “He didn’t get to know him,” Allen said. “It’s about losing a loved one but gaining a friend. You always know you’re gonna end up back with your loved ones later on in life.” Allen’s two opening acts for Friday’s show include country singer and Mt. Holly native Crystal Capps as well as the band Equinox, an alternative-rock group out of Belmont who filled in for The James Younger Gang after the band cancelled following one of their member’s surprise leave from the group. In addition to receiving fans’ feedback and reaction to his songs, Allen noted that his favorite part of performing is simply “the thrill.” To this day, he continues to study and write music alongside Rodman and knows exactly why his heart is fond of the country genre. “I like the sound and the feel,” Allen revealed. “I can put my feelings to work…and let people know how I feel.” A portion of the show’s ticket sales will be donated to Hospice & Palliative Care of Lincoln County. Allen was motivated to give back to the local facility after they greatly aided him and his family through the passing of his mother who had been fighting terminal cancer. Show time is from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday at the James W. Warren Citizen Center. Tickets are $15 at the door and $10 online. To purchase advanced, discounted tickets, visit www.randyallen.net or eventbrite.com, or for more information on Randy Allen, visit www.randyallen.net. — Jenna-Ley Harrison, staff writer • BOOKING INFO: • • • Karyn Williamson [email protected] Ph: 704.502.0520 • RTR Entertainment 858 Monterey Dr Iron Station, NC 28080 Available 24/7 • • • E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.randyallen.net Contact: [email protected] to book a date • Basic Requirements NOTE: Only For Sponsored Events We supply full back line for shows Back Line 1x-STAGE-10x10 min (2) Performers Special Note: I supply my own PA system for crowds less than 200 If full band required - Stage 1x-30x30 5x- Vocal Mics 1x Drum Mic kit 4x1200 watt crown amps 1x steel amp 2x guitar amps 1 bass amp Mic for guitars, bass, steel pedal 1x-Reverb unit 4x- monitors Lighting sound technician stage hands Dressing Rooms Transportation and accommodations for 10 people. Note: Only required if large venue and band is needed. Contact: Karyn Williamson [email protected] [email protected] STAGE PLOT Note: Setup Subject to change Sim Sim Amp Lead Drums Bass Amp Wedge Monitor Acoustic Wedge Monitor Vocals wedge Amp Steel Pedal Wedge Monitor Sim Amp Wedge Monitor wedge TRADITIONAL COUNTRY The Fireman Making Memories of Us He Stopped Loving Her Today Tennessee Whiskey Folsom Prison Blues Luckenbach Texas Don’t Rock the Jukebox Good Hearted Woman Amarillo By Morning Baby Your Baby I Cross My Heart Neon Moon Long Haired Country Here’s A Quarter Two of a Kind Working Man Blues Family Tradition The Chair Boot Scoot N Boogie MODERN COUNTRY She Thinks My Tractor’s Sexy Drink In My Hand Texas Was You Country Girl (Shake It For Me) Pontoon My Kind Of Party That’s How Country Boys Roll Til Summer Comes Around Kick It In The Sticks Hicktown How Country Feels Ol’ Red Bait A Hook Roll With It SOUTHERN ROCK Old Time Rock N Roll Wonderful Tonight Lay Down Sally Green River Run to You Proud Mary Pride & Joy Can’t You See Jealous Again Heaven Turn The Page Tequila Sunrise Keep Your Hands to Yourself Mustang Sally With or Without You Wanted Dead or Alive Play That Funky Music ORIGINALS That Ain’t In My DNA Raging In My Mind Heading Back Home Up Above It All Things Happen When They’re Supposed To Your Body May As Well Leave Thank You For Being There For Me Wouldn’t Be Here, If You Hadn’t Been There Daddy Somebody’s Someone Your Man My Angels City Café Mar. 16, 2013 Mt. Holly, NC Big Shotz Sports Bar Mar. 9, 2013 Cornelius, NC Ricky J’s Mar. 2, 2013 Charlotte, NC MANAGER Karyn Williamson [email protected] Available 24/7 Website: http://www.randyallen.net East Lincoln Car Show June 2009 Denver, NC Ph: 704.502.0520 Ph: 704.402.6035 Stanley Comm. Ctr. Feb. 22, 2009 Stanley NC Puckett’s Mar. 1, 2013 Charlotte, NC Puckett’s Feb. 10, 2012 Charlotte NC Gruhn Guitars Feb. 28, 2013 Nashville, TN Kentucky Opry, Jan. 2012 Paducah, KY Street Side Feb. 28, 2013 Nashville, TN Conover Tavern Feb. 9, 2013 Conover, NC Pappy’s Pub Feb. 2, 2013 Statesville, NC McKenny Salinas Oct. 20, 2011 Gastonia, NC James W Warren Citizens Center Sept. 23, 2011 @ 7pm CD RELEASE PARTY Private Party Feb. 21, 2009 Denver, NC 2009 Private Party June 21, 2008 Maiden, NC Private Party June 7, 2008 Maiden, NC Veterans Party Vale, NC - July 3 ,2008 Boger City Wesleyan Church In Concert – Aug. 31. 2008 Randy Allen w/ Robert Cooke Boger City, NC Randy Allen Trust In Me RANDY ALLEN Up Above It All Somebody’s Someone Up Above It All The Fireman Raging In My Mind Tennessee Whiskey Wouldn’t Be Here, If You Hadn’t Been There Can’t You See Heading Back Home Folsom Prison Blues ) Your Body May As Well Leave Contact: Karyn Williamson [email protected] RTR Entertainment 858 Monterey Dr Iron Station, NC 28080 Ph: 704.502.0520 Ph: 704.402.6035 Fax: 980-429-2101 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.randyallen.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/RandyAllen/304034302962005 2011 Concert Nashville Musicians w/ RANDY ALLEN at CD release - Sept. 23, 2011 BOOKING RANDY ALLEN & SOUTHERN XPRESS We are available for: Live Shows Corporate events Venues Festivals County fairs Opening act Charity events For all offers contact: Manager: Karyn Williamson Ph: 704.502.0520 Ph: 704.402.6035 [email protected] Call for price on booking a Show with Randy Allen