Carson Allen

Carson Allen

Taken during a photoshoot for the new Carson Allen Record, Blue Eyed Soul
Background information
Birth name Carson Cole Allen
Born June 28, 1986 (1986-06-28) (age 29)
Montana, United States
Genres Alternative rock, pop, blue eyed soul, soul (current)
post-hardcore, metalcore, screamo, emo, melodic hardcore, pop punk (formerly)
Occupation(s) Singer, musician, producer, composer
Instruments Vocals, piano, guitar, keyboards, bass, synthesizers
Years active 2004–present
Labels Capitol EMI, Century Media, Chronicle Music Group, Epitaph Records, Victory Records, Torque Records
Associated acts Apathy Drowns Desire, TraceMyVeins, Escape the Fate, On the Last Day, Me Vs. Myself
Website carsonallen.bigcartel.com

Carson Allen (born June 28, 1986 in Montana) is an American singer/song-writer known for his roles in former bands: lead vocalist for On the Last Day and Me vs. Myself, and for being the keyboardist and founding member of Escape the Fate.

Musical career

Early Day's and TraceMyVeins (2004–2005)

Carson attended Billings West High School and graduated in 2005. During his time there, he joined his first band at age 14. Since then he has been in numerous bands, playing different types of music.[1] Before Escape the Fate formed, Carson Allen had started his own post-hardcore band titled "TraceMyVeins" after leaving previous band "Apathy Drowns Desire" after releasing the EP "Farewell Edgewood". The band released two songs that were to be their singles titled I Wish I Knew How to Quit You and This Is What You Get for Helping People?.[2] After realizing the band wasn't getting anywhere Carson decided to quit to join Escape the Fate.

Escape the Fate (2005–2006)

Before forming Escape the Fate, vocalist Ronnie Radke, bassist Max Green, drummer Robert Ortiz, lead guitarist Bryan "Monte" Money, Carson Allen, and rhythm guitarist Omar Espinosa were in multiple bands together. Monte Money later created Escape the Fate, and invited Omar Espinosa, who then invited Max Green into the band. Max Green later invited Ronnie Radke and Robert Ortiz, and later recruited Carson Allen.

In September 2005, the band had won a local radio contest judged by My Chemical Romance. The gig awarded them the opportunity to open a show on the band's headlining tour with Alkaline Trio and Reggie and the Full Effect, which subsequently led to Escape the Fate's record deal with Epitaph.

On May 23, 2006, the band released their debut EP titled There's No Sympathy for the Dead.[3] The EP included two songs that were later on their full length album, Dying Is Your Latest Fashion. The EP was produced by Michael Baskette and helped earn the band attention from record labels and fans alike. Prior to the EP's recording and subsequent release, keyboardist Carson Allen left the band to join "Devilyn Alaska"[4][5] and then eventually On the Last Day,.[6]

On the Last Day (2007–2009)

Before joining on the Last Day Carson had recorded some songs with "Devilyn Alaska"[7][8] but after realising he wasn't going anywhere he quit. When Geoff Walker left the band, On the Last Day, in May 24, 2007, Carson Allen had been announced as their new vocalist.[9] On February 13, 2008, On the Last Day left their record label of Victory Records.On the Last Day then released their second EP called "Make It Mean Something" which was released through Torque Records. The album charted at number 3 on the west coast Billboard Heatseekers chart.

On September 2, 2009, On the Last Day announced they were no longer together and on an "indefinite hiatus."

Me vs. Myself (2009–present)

After the band announced their hiatus, Me vs. Myself was started in 2009 in Seattle by singer Carson Allen, along with Jaron Johnson, Nick Wiggins and formerly Frank Gross till he left the band in 2011.[10] The four recorded their debut EP "Seasons", which was released February 2010. After playing shows in Seattle, Me vs. Myself began playing shows along the west coast in June 2010. The following January, the band relocated to Los Angeles to work on what would be the their Debut LP. On November 29 the band released another EP titled "Where I Am...Where I Want to Be," tracked in Buffalo, New York at the studio owned by The Goo Goo Dolls. The track "Now and Then" was produced by Goo's bassist Robby Takac.[11]

The band had split in 2012, playing their last show and then deleting their Facebook page with no reason given. They released a statement about the split 3 years later;

“ "Exactly 3 years ago, we released "Where I Am... Where I Want To Be"! Since then, we have traveled all over the world individually. Finding who we are. Finding purpose. And finding inspiration. Our paths have crossed occasionally, and every interaction has been magic. We started this band because we all believed in each other, and wanted to share dreams, share adventure, and share our passion for music.. Together! The last show Me Vs Myself played was (also) exactly 3 years ago. The reason that was the last was not because we didn't want to continue, it's because we all needed to experience life a bit more. On January 9th, we will return to the stage that we shared exactly 3 years ago. Play the exact same set. And put the exact same passion into showing the world that Me Vs Myself isn't just a band. It's a hub for people who need hope. A safe place to pour your heart. An escape... The exact reason we started this!

See you soon...

 ”

- MVM[12]

In early 2014, the band made a new page and announced they were getting back together. They released a demo for a new track they were working on called "If She Knew Better".[13] 31 October, they announced their first reunion show, the band has been playing shows ever since then. The band eventually went on a short split to focus on other projects but reunited in 2015, announcing their first show for the 9th January.

Solo career (2012–present)

On the April 12, 2012 Carson Allen released his new single "Believe". A few days later on the April 16, Carson Allen posted on his Facebook page that "It was only a month ago I decided I wanted to do a solo project. I started a page on here, and got to work, a month later, I have over 1000 fans on here, released my first single, and am in the process of booking my first show. Everything I do would be pointless without you amazing people!! There are some BIG things ahead. I'm pumped to have you along for the ride! – Carson". On the June 28, Carson released his solo debut titled "Something Beautiful".[14][15]

Early 2013, Carson announced that he was in the middle of writing the follow-up release to "Something Beautiful". Soon after, he released the name of the upcoming record, "Blue Eyed Soul". Production for Blue Eyed Soul began on March 1, 2013.

AMERICAN SLANG (2014-present)

In October 2013, Carson announced the formation of a new project called AMERICAN SLANG, which is made up of members from several established Denver bands. The band is set to enter the studio late 2015, and be releasing music by December 2015.[16]

Discography

Apathy Drowns Desire
TraceMyVeins
Escape the Fate
On the Last Day
Me Vs. Myself
Solo

References

  1. ↑ "Carson Allens Biography on his Official Facebook". facebook.com. 2012. Retrieved 2012.
  2. ↑ "TraceMyVeins Myspace Blog Forum". myspace.com. 2004. Retrieved 2004.
  3. ↑ "Sputnikmusic's review for There's No Sympathy for the Dead". Sputnikmusic.com. 2006. Retrieved 2006.
  4. ↑ "Devilyn Alaska Official Myspace". Myspace.com. 2007. Retrieved 2007.
  5. ↑ "Devilyn Alaska changing up the scene in Colorado". The Blazing Sun.
  6. ↑ "Last.fms Biography for on the Last Day". Lastfm.com. 2007. Retrieved 2007.
  7. ↑ "Devilyn Alaska Official Myspace". Myspace.com. 2007. Retrieved 2007.
  8. ↑ "Devilyn Alaska changing up the scene in Colorado". The Blazing Sun.
  9. ↑ "On the Last Day's Official Myspace". Myspace.com. 2007. Retrieved 2007.
  10. ↑ "Me Vs. Myself's Official Website". mevsmyself.net. 2009. Retrieved 2009.
  11. ↑ "Carson's Official Tumblr". tumblr.com. 2011. Retrieved 2011.
  12. ↑ "Me Vs Myself - Reason for their split". facebook.com/MyVsMyselfMusic. 2014. Retrieved 2014.
  13. ↑ "Me Vs Myself release demo". facebook.com/MeVsMyselfMusic. 2014. Retrieved 2014.
  14. ↑ "Carsons Official Website". bigcartel.com. 2012. Retrieved 2012.
  15. ↑ "Altsound Announces former on the Last Day singers Solo album". altsounds.com. 2012. Retrieved 2012.
  16. ↑ https://www.facebook.com/AMERICANSLANGMUSIC

Sources

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