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Henry James "Red" Allen, Jr. (January 7, 1908 – April 17, 1967) was an American jazz trumpeter and vocalist whose playing has been claimed by Joachim-Ernst Berendt and others as the first to fully incorporate the innovations of Louis Armstrong.
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 . Biography.
Aug 22, 2012 · One of the best lead singers ever to record bluegrass music...Red Allen's approach to bluegrass was bloodcurdling and came from deep inside his heart and soul.
Sep 6, 2008 · One of the great pioneers of jazz trumpet, Red Allen suffered from comparisons with 'Pops' but in truth was a superb stylist himself - one of the great New Orleans trumpet players.
Aug 1, 2017 · Henry “Red” Allen was an individualist. Innovator. The last great trumpeter to emerge from New Orleans in the 1920s and arguably the most advanced of all of them. Allen’s playing remained unpredictable throughout his career.
Apr 3, 1993 · Explore Red Allen's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Red Allen on AllMusic.
Jun 1, 2000 · This is the first biography of jazz trumpeter and singer, Henry 'Red' Allen, long regarded as Louis Armstrong's chief rival. Both men were born in New Orleans and shared an...
