Mark Allen/The Key West Rejects

Mark Allen is the founding member of The Key West Rejects. He started this project while he was with the band ShakyJake which he formed the original lineup in 1998. Mark has worked with many well-known local and national artists including The Mustard Seeds, The Replacements, Soul Asylum, The Suburbs, Honey Dogs, and even new-age master, Yanni, all the while continuing to create his own scene around the Minnesota music circuit. As a lead vocalist, front man, rhythm guitar and harmonica player, Mark is truly a cut-above-the-rest around the Minneapolis music scene. His talent shines at every acoustic show and simply commands your attention at every performance. When not on stage, Mark likes to support the local music scene he has championed throughout his career as a member of the Minnesota Music Academy. In addition to Marks performance schedule, he also continues to write, record, and release his own original music, as well as his collaborative efforts with other artists.