Charlie Allen date of birth:
May 1, 1942
How old was Charlie Allen when died?
48
When did Charlie Allen die?
May 7, 1990
What is Charlie Allen's occupation?
Musician, singer, songwriter
What genre is Charlie Allen's work?
Rock music, blues, R&B
What instruments does Charlie Allen play?
Vocals, drums
Short Biography
Charles E. "Charlie" Allen (May 1, 1942 – May 7, 1990) was one of the founding members of blues and rock outfit Pacific Gas & Electric and the vocalist for the group. By 1968, the group consisted of Charlie Allen, Frank Cook, Tom Marshall, Brent Block, and guitarist Glenn Schwartz. Besides being remembered for his association with Pacific Gas & Electric, Allen is perhaps best remembered for the hit single "Are You Ready ?" that he co-wrote with John Hill which besides being a hit for Pacific Gas & Electric has been covered by The Staple Singers, and DeGarmo and Key.