Gregory Allen + Musician in Austin, TX

SEEKING

ABOUT

I am looking for a vocalist and maybe one other utility player to form a band. The sound I'm looking for is a mix of a modern rock sound (with some traditional influences) and new wave - something close to dreampop.

My main instrument is guitar, but I have been playing violin & keys since I was young. I can capably play bass guitar and mandolin. As far as vocals are concerned, I can do back up, but probably not lead vocals.

Stationed on the North-Northeast side of Austin, solid day job, reliable transportation.

Side note: it is 2020. There is no excuse for not having at least one photo and a soundclip.

Screen name:

Gregory Allen

Member since:

Oct 28 2013

Active within 1 week

Level of commitment:

Very Committed

Years playing music:

25

Gigs played:

50 to 100

Tend to practice:

More than 3 times per week

Available to gig:

1 night a week

Most available:

Nights

Influences

I know that this section has the potential to read like a book, so I'll just keep this list down to my biggest influences and names that are easily recognizable: the Kills, John Frusciante, QOTSA, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Minus the Bear, the Mars Volta, Velvet Underground, and Led Zeppelin… Also, almost anything new wave, from '78-'83: B-52's, Talking Heads, Joy Division, New Order, Gary Numan, David Bowie, the Smiths, and Billy Idol.

Local bands I'm listening to: TC Superstar, Sash & the Valentines, Why Bonnie, Manifest Destiny's Child, Spirit Ghost, and the Irons.

Instrument experience:

Rhythm Guitar:

Advanced

Lead Guitar:

Advanced

Acoustic Guitar:

Advanced

Violin:

Advanced

Electronic Music:

Advanced

Keyboard:

Moderate

Piano:

Moderate

Background Singer:

Moderate

Mandolin:

Moderate

EQUIPMENT

I have a solid set-up for doing live shows mic'ed or unmic'ed. I also have a reliable set-up for recording vocals, keys, and stringed instruments at home... basically everything except live drums, but I use a drum machine anyways.

MUSIC