As a musician and singer from Minnesota, my music serves as a reflection of who I am. It encompasses my family, my adventures, relationships, life, and most importantly, the therapy that comes from playing my guitar!
Click here to listen to a talented Minnesota musician who is a skilled singer and songwriter, showcasing their guitar work on Bandcamp.com.
Click here to listen to a talented Minnesota musician who is a skilled singer and songwriter, showcasing their guitar work on Bandcamp.com.
Hello, my name is Roy Allen. I was born and raised at the edge of Plymouth, Minnesota. Back then, there were only three houses in my neighborhood. If I walked through a little stretch of woods, I would find suburbia, but if I went the other way, it was the countryside.
There was a lot of accordion playing from my uncle and oldest sister. My other older sister taught me guitar at age ten. Although I didn’t practice much until later in life, I am now a 65-year-old musician who wishes I had put in more effort. However, I'm getting out there as a singer and performer, and I love it.
I felt I was improving as a musician when the rug was pulled out from under me. During a doctor’s visit, I was diagnosed with cancer. After undergoing radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery, seven months later, here I am, continuing my journey as a songwriter and sharing my music. Click on my photo to listen to my song 'My Last Goodbye.'
My Last Goodbye
“Something I feel I have to do,” says Roy Liljequist, a talented musician and songwriter from Minnesota, as he returns to the stage after battling cancer with his guitar in hand.
As a musician and songwriter from Minnesota, I want to bring awareness to the symptoms of Esophageal Cancer. Click here to visit the Mayo Clinic's Esophageal Cancer page for more information.
The Minnesota Association of Songwriters (MAS) provides numerous opportunities for musicians, singers, and songwriters to delve into the joys of songwriting and the creative process. We offer no-gloss critiques of your songs to help make them sing, whether you're strumming a guitar or crafting lyrics. Click Here for more info.
Do you have questions about my guitar performances, want to book a show in Minnesota, or collaborate on a new piece as a musician, singer, or songwriter? Click/Tap on the Send Me a Message button. Reach out, and let's make music happen.
