Introducing Michael Allman
Satellite radio is a wonderful place to discover new music, explore a new genre, or even catch a listen to some of your classic favorites. As wonderful as satellite radio is, there is always room to explore the Indie scene and discover new up-and-coming artists for yourself. I make it a point to seek out live entertainers who have great sound, but have not yet burst through to the mainstream. I always have a special appreciation for artists that write their own music.
This past weekend I explored a bit of the local music scene in Cocoa Beach Florida. This time of year the tourism is down and it gives you a chance to get up close and personal with what is happening musically. I came across Michael Allman by happenstance. I was with friends at a club when he came to the table and offered to take a picture for us so that we could all be in it. It was a nice gesture which we repaid by buying him a drink. Ten minutes later as he approached the stage I found out that he was Michael Allman, son of Greg Allman, one of the key members of the world renowned Allman Brothers.
Michael proceeded to sing some original tunes that carried a combination of Southern Rock and Blues. The man clearly has talent, and a stage presence. It would seem that talent runs deep in the family. Michael has his own record label, owns his own material, and distributes his music in a combination of the old fashioned way and the high tech way. His music is available on iTunes, but as yet is not widely available in stores.
Michael Allman is a down to earth guy. I had the opportunity to hang out with him, his friends, and some local fans. It is this part of the music scene that is missed by many. I have oft heard stories of people who met some great entertainers before they made it big. The only way you can accomplish this is to get out there and experience talents such as Michael Allman in the intimate settings that local live band clubs offer.
One thing that I look forward to as Sirius XM rolls out Satellite Radio 2.0 is the added capability to have additional channels. It is my hope that a radio show that travels city to city seeking out talented musicians is a possibility. The viral aspect of this type of marketing can be huge.
We hear all the time about battles between artists and the record labels. It is one of the main reasons that artists such as Michael remain unsigned and create their own labels. Satellite radio has a chance to change that, but it may take fans like you to help push the envelope.
Michael Allmans CD is titled Hard Labor Creek. It features songs like “Mule Named Whiskey”, a song featuring the gravelly voice of Allman with some great riffs mixed in. Also featured is “Nobody to Blame” where you can hear some harmonica and awesome keyboards. If you appreciate music or consider yourself an audiophile you should check out Michael Allman. If you want satellite radio to take the next step star to request some of the songs your local musicians play. The music world has a ton to offer and satellite radio has the potential to bring this unique content to the airwaves like nothing else.
If you love the Allman Brothers you owe it to yourself to listen to Michael Allman’s music. Michael has his own unique sound that represents the next generation of Allman music. He’s a down to earth guy who is all about the real feelings of music.
thought of this myself a few months back.
Hope someone at SXM picks up on the idea.
It would be great to see sirius/xm feed that audience that wants something fresh,cutting edge,and rebellious. I know you can’t play every unsigned band but it would bring some coolness to sirius/xm if they had a discovery channel for music. Maybe they could even have an american idol type segment to the channel that we could vote on the singer/band/songwriter. The audience would get involved and therefore, have passion for the channel and artist.
I just recently discovered Michael Allman’s music on FaceBook and Im blown away at his amazing talent. He has the same gift his dad has… the ability to touch your very soul! It is ashame how artist are done with record labels I have many friends who are very gifted musicans and they go unknown for this very reason…what a pitty! Thank God Michael has his own label and is getting his name out there for the world to hear. Its wonderful to know The Allman legacy carrys on through Michael his dad must be very proud! I love Michael Allman’s music! Thank you for this very nice review.
Rock On!
Jade
Michael has amazing talent, his voice just stops you in your tracks. I had the pleasure of meeting Michael at a Music Benefit in Lakeland, FL this past weekend. Humble, approachable, just hanging out with the fans…
I listen to Sirius Radio when I travel for work and will be looking forward to hearing Michael on the radio!!
WOW, this is a really lovely and impressive article for a genuinely lovely and talented man. I had the pleasure of meeting Michael a few weeks ago in Cleveland. My first impression echoed all of these sentiments: he is talented, gentle, humble and has a stage presence all his own. In an industry that tends to make egos run wild, let alone just being the son of a legend, Michael presents a man filled with raw, real, gritty, unabashed emotion and he’s running with it.
Andrea R.
I first became involved with Michael Allman after finding out one of my associates in Georgia was helping book his Summer Tour with TC Ridge !
The tour bus had broken down on the New Jersey turnpike on the way to a show in Pittsburgh ! They had to cancel that gig & needed a fill-in date so they could pay for their way back home as their funds were exhausted by repair & towing bills ! Fortunately I was able to secure them a gig in the Cleveland area & though we had little time to promote it, they were a hit with everyone that saw them & made that up-close real, down-to-earth & personal connection with everyone that crossed their path ! No posers or rock-stars here! They were like family from the beginning & still are .
I love Michaels voice.It reaches down inside you and you can tell it comes from his soul when he sings.I have the cd and bought more for friends and family.I want the whole world to know his music.
Margaret,
We at The Shop agree with you. Anyone who like the real thing will love Hard Labor Creek. The Shop Album Rock originates out of Dallas, and I am the Program Director. We found Michael six weeks ago, love the album so much that it’s the auto Christmas gift to all Allman fans we know; and of course we play it. We want everyone to know about this! We were also fortunate enough to interview Michael just before the Knoxville show, we will air that between Thanksgiving and Christmas.