Brandon Reid Allen is a multi-award winning singer-songwriter. He has a self-proclaimed gypsy soul and has found himself residing everywhere from New York to Texas, North Carolina and Nashville to L.A. He’s shared stages with everyone from Alice Cooper to George Jones along the way. He’s had song placements in TV and film and a #1 hit with his song “Empty Chair”.
In this interview, Brandon talks about his latest EP, Hobonation, and the very special mission he has dedicated his life to. The mission is also called Hobonation and it strives at helping the homeless. Brandon also talks about his stellar all-star band, the possibilities of a full-length record and a memoir, and what touring looks like. Brandon also released his brand-new single, “Still I Know,” on the morning of this interview, so he tells us all about it!
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!