Quinn Scott Allman (born January 18, 1982) is an American musician, best known as the guitarist, backing vocalist, and a founding member of the rock band The Used.
In 1999, Allman formed the band Dumb Luck with Jeph Howard, Branden Steineckert, and Ashton Johnson. They released one EP in 2000 titled The Naked Truth.[3][4] Later in 2000, Allman formed The Used with Jeph Howard and Branden Steineckert, vocalist Bert McCracken joined in January 2001.[5]
Allman went on to release six studio albums, two EPs, and multiple live compilation albums with The Used, contributing as a lead guitarist, writer, creative director, and background vocalist. Additionally, he played a key role in creating four album documentaries for the band.
On February 2, 2015, The Used announced that Allman would be taking a year long hiatus from the band. Justin Shekoski of Saosin temporarily replaced Allman on subsequent tours.[6] However, on November 19, 2015, The Used released a statement saying that they were moving forward without Allman as a "result of a mutual understanding".[7] However, former bandmate Branden Steineckert, who had left the band nine years prior, hosted Allman on the final episode of his podcast 801PUNX. In the podcast, Allman explains he was actually not allowed to return to the band and was kicked out.[8]
In 2017, Allman sued McCracken, Howard, and The Used LLC for touring, album, and merchandise proceeds that occurred before his dismissal from the band, as well as damages for late and irregular royalty payments due to him.[9] The case was settled out of court in 2020.
In 2016, Allman formed his collaborative electronic indie project VadaWave with his wife, Megan Joy. Together they have released one EP, six singles, and five acoustic recordings.[12] They frequently perform and have performed at large music festivals such as LOVELOUD.
Allman had performed as the guitarist with the alternative music project Bloody Cabaret.[13]
In June 2024, Allman posted a message via Instagram saying that he had been subject to years of abuse by someone involved in his musical career, although his alleged abuser was not named.[14]
On August 19, 2024, Allman released "I Digress," the first single from his EP of the same name, in which he performs vocals and guitar, as well as writes the lyrics.[15] "Porcelain", the second single from the EP, was released on October 21, 2024.[16]
On October 9, 2024, Allman announced on his Instagram that his biography, "A Book Full of Sharp Objects," will be released at the end of 2024 following a Kickstarter campaign.[17][18]
Personal life
Allman married American Idol singer Megan Joy in 2011. Together they have two sons: one from Megan's previous marriage and one born in 2016.
The Used's singer, Bert McCracken, describes Allman as a "truly spiritual and warm" individual. Even following their fallout, McCracken still states that, "No one plays guitar like Quinn".[19]
