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Tyler Allen is an Singer Songwriter from Santa Rosa, CA. His blend of music is an unusual variety from soul, rock, world, folk, alternative, country and bluegrass. Tyler has shared the stage with musical greats like Dave Matthews, Reggie Watts, Bobby Black, Maria Muldaur and many others. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest Tyler had a rich exposure to all kinds music. He also had a traditional music education in classical and jazz music. He was and still is always drawn to the folk, rock and soul of the 60’s and 70’s. Nick Drake, Cat Stevens, and Neil Young are huge influences. The Northwest rock scene that was exploding before his eyes growing up was and still is natural influence as well. Later studying music and art at Evergreen State College he found world music. He began to explore African, Latin, Reggae and Indian music. He played everything from punk rock to soul in Seattle through his 20’s then in 2005’ moved to the Northbay of California. He stayed quiet for a number of years just writing and playing for joy alone. These days Tyler is pursuing his vision and inspired to share it and is determined to make something authentic, real and from the heart. Come see him play and you won’t be disappointed. He plays so many different styles it’s like a bag of skittles in colors, flavors and tones. “My aim with my music and sharing it with people is plainly to get to the box that holds your heart and break it wide open .”
