Some folks’ paths are determined for them before they are old enough to wonder what their paths should be. Such is the case with Allen Thompson. Thompson has been singing and telling stories for longer than he can remember. Judging by the responses to his albums and live performances, he won’t be stopping anytime soon.

Audiences from South Carolina to California and many points in between are falling in love with his mournful vocals and honest turns of phrase.

Read more about Allen Thompson on Last.fm.