Born in Corpus Christi, youngest of five boys, Allen Huff was raised on Czech roots and piano keys. His mom made every son take music—he chose the ivories. His first band didn’t have a name. His accordion just played Nissan Stadium.
We talk Flaco Jimenez, Dwight Yoakam, and the circles that keep expanding. We riff oldies, Engelbert Humperdinck, and the hook that’s been stuck in his head for 15 years. He got his GED at 40 after leaving high school to chase the road. His first record? Named after his mom—Elizabeth Jean—with her prom photo on the cover.
And did I mention? He sounds a whole lot like Jeff Bridges. This one’s emotional. This one’s legacy.
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