My Journey Book I

About the Book

This photo journal into my life captures moments shared with some of the most influential people in the entertainment world. Throughout this book are personal interviews delving into the backgrounds and history of their careers and the influence of key figures in the music world. “My Journey” began in the inner city but the associations and friendships that grew through the people I met and places I traveled led me away from an uncertain destiny. The stories and experiences contained in these pages will shed light on how a genuine interest in people can lead to an extraordinary life.

About the Author

Welcome beautiful people. My name is Reginald Allen; I want to take you on a journey, a beautiful journey. People often asked how I got into the position of meeting all of the people that I know. I tell them it is a long story but a nice journey. I hope that everyone that reads this book will enjoy the journey along with me.

Side Effect was the first group that I hooked up with. Through Side Effect I met the Dramatics and Eddie Levert and Walter Williams of the O’Jays. Melvin Franklin was the first Temptation I met.

I also met a man who became very dear to me. He was like a father and as a matter of fact, he became my godfather. His name was Dr. Cholly (Pops) Atkins. He was the greatest choreographer that I had ever seen. I watched him work with the Temptations, the O’Jays, the Manhattans, and Gladys Knight and the Pips. I met many other entertainers like Bobby Womack, Johnny Taylor, BB King, the Whispers and Barry White to name a few.

I attended the First Soul Train Music Awards. I was at the Grammy Awards the night Michael Jackson won seven Grammy’s. I also attended the Motown 25th Anniversary Show.

I have been a part of some very special and historic events. God has blessed me, I know this, and I have become a better man because of it. So, let the Journey begin …