Allen Shelton
July 2, 1936 – November 21, 2009
Allen Shelton was a banjo virtuoso who came to prominence when he joined Jim & Jesse’s band in 1960. His outstanging finger play was particularly outstanding on such songs as “Bending the Strings,” which he wrote, and Jim & Jesse’s “Keep On The Sunny Side.” Shelton made his first solo album for respected roots label, Rounder Records, in 1976. His 2001 release, Shelton Special, also on Rounder is regarded as one of his best. Allen Shelton, 73, was suffering from leukemia when he passed away on November 21, 2009.
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If you ever watched Allen pick, you know from the smile on his face that he loved it!!! I use to love watching him pick his banjo!! It was a joy and a treat! He always added something a little extra that would make you grin just like him!! A great loss!!!