24 year-old Max Allen is a singer / songwriter / guitarist who has been performing professionally since the age of 16. He has nearly 1,000 performances to his credit at various clubs, music venues, colleges and festivals in almost half of the states in the country.

Known for his intricate guitar work, catchy lyrics and contagious melodies, his music is BEST described as a high energy combination of jazz, blues, funk and rock. But Allen also has a softer side witnessed through his collection of acoustic works.

With five albums to his credit, Allen's last two full-band albums, "Earthwalker" (2006) and "That's Why" (2003) as well as his solo acoustic album "Uphill" (2009) each provide a solid variety of music and provide a glimpse of what the future might hold for this talented young musician. A sixth album (full-band) is currently in progress and is expected to be released in early 2009.

Allen is a member of the Home Grown Music Network.