He had the daunting task of succeeding Larry Graham in Sly & the Family Stone – on Larry’s recommendation – and James Dewar in Robin Trower’s iconic 70s ensembles, affording the virtuoso guitarist a decidedly funkier disposition as Dewar set aside the bass to concentrate on his vocals.

Rustee Allen (sometimes referred to as “Rusty” on album credits) is a soulful pocket and harmonic player who also cut sides and/or worked on stage with Angela Bofill, Rose Stone, George Clinton, and Bobby Womack, among others.

Check out http://www.rusteeallen.com/ for all things Rustee Allen!

Rustee Allen Sound & Vision…

Robin Trower:

“In City Dreams” https://youtu.be/Ua_uPPv90Kw 

“Caravan to Midnight” https://youtu.be/GcHR3lxqsUg

Sly Stone:

“If You Want Me To Stay” https://youtu.be/gZFabOuF4Ps

“Keep On Dancin’  https://youtu.be/TwGt12ywrZs