Red Allen (bluegrass)

Harley Allen (February 12, 1930 – April 3, 1993), better known as Red Allen, was an American bluegrass singer and guitarist known for his powerful tenor voice.

This article is about the bluegrass singer. For the jazz musician, see Red Allen. For Red Allen's son, also a bluegrass singer, see Harley Allen.
Red Allen
Birth nameHarley Allen
Also known asRed Allen
Born(1930-02-12)February 12, 1930
Pigeon Roost Hollow, Kentucky, U.S.
OriginDayton, Ohio, United States
DiedApril 3, 1993(1993-04-03) (aged 63)
Dayton, Ohio, U.S.
GenresBluegrass, Country
Occupation(s)Bluegrass musician
Instrument(s)Guitar
Years active1950s–1980s
LabelsFolkways, Rounder, MGM, Acoustic Disc, County, King Records, Melodeon, Patuxent Music
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