Charlie Allen Guitarist

Musician, Educator, Composer, & Producer

Who I am & What I do

Music has always been the driving force in my life. It has been my motivation in the darkest parts of my life to keep fighting, but most importantly it is what I love to do the most. I feel at home on a stage and holding a guitar is where I truly feel comfortable. It is because of these reasons that I left home at age 18 with the goal of becoming a Professional Musician, where I could perform the music I love, assisting artists realise their musical visions, and help to bring forward the next generation of musicians.

I am versed in Classical, Jazz, and Contemporary Musical Studies, recently graduating with First Class Honours from Falmouth University. It is here that I found my predominant genre of Jazz, which has taken on the form of lots of Nu-Jazz/Future-Jazz projects where I was able to make an impression, starting to establish myself amongst some of the best Jazz Guitarists in Brighton & the South Coast. As a big fan of the Jazz/Hip-Hop crossover that exists, I have played for artists in the genre, including award-winning rapper Kavzad.

On top of this, I have toured across the United Kingdom with multiple acts including former Hard Rock act Brazen Bull and with Contemporary R&B/Neo-Soul singer Fari Chiketa, receiving various accolades and achievements along the way - including but not limited to:

- Award show nominations

- International Radio Play, ranging from the USA to Japan

- Featured in the same magazine as Alice Cooper (Powerplay Magazine)

- Performances at multiple SoFar Sounds Sessions

- Performance at Brighton's prestigious Soho House

As a Performer, Educator, Composer, & Producer I have never been happier; taking large, continuous steps in my progress on the way to a lifetime full of music.