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The Path of Time: A Layne Staley Tribute
The wait is finally over: full versions of Davey’s covers of Alice in Chains are coming to all streaming platforms, including “Nutshell” and “Man in the Box (ft.Josh Holland).” In an article by NYS Music Magazine, Davey talks about his journey, his fans, and his respect for Layne Staley, the former frontman of the 1990s grunge band Alice in Chains, and is releasing a 7-track album to honor him.
Coming December 19, 2025
OTHER RELEASES
Man in the Box (ft. Josh Holland)
Nutshell
FEATURED VIDEOS
Down in a Hole (The Stairwell Sessions)
(OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
Nutshell
(OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
DAVEY ALLEN
Raised in the western New York suburbs of Rochester, Davey Allen is an emerging rocker from the Northeast and is breaking into the national spotlight with his powerful, gritty voice and electric live show performances. Davey started his music career in the summer of 2024, performing at local town bar open-mics with his acoustic guitar. Just a few short months later, he’s gigging in some of the most popular bars all around Rochester and exploding on TikTok. In 2025, Davey notably performed all over the country, including in Nashville, Rhode Island, at Fairport Music Festival, and even at the NYS Fair, where he’s known for covering today’s country, ‘90s hits, and 2000s rock from various artists. Now, he’s releasing his covers, which have millions of views across all social media platforms, while also writing his own music + collaborating with various writers in Nashville, Tennessee. Davey released his first song, a cover of “Nutshell” by Alice in Chains, on August 15th. His entire album, “The Path of Time: A Layne Staley Tribute,” was released on December 19th, which included the iconic “Stairwell Sessions” his fans fell in love with on social media. With his rise in popularity, Davey is gearing up for his 2026 Man in the Stairwell Acoustic Tour, which will include 15+ cities and multiple full band shows as well.
BACKSTORY
Davey started playing guitar when he was 12 years old and performing at his annual church coffee house in his high school years. Music was never the priority, though, as he had pursued playing college football since age 3. He found his home at the University of Rhode Island (URI) as the punter and placeholder for 4 seasons from 2019 to 2022. But he never lost his passion for music; it was just on hold until he graduated from URI in December of 2022 with a B.S. in Marketing and took his shot at the NFL, punting for 4 NFL teams at his Pro Day in March of 2023. Fast-forward to 2024, and Davey has found his second calling with music in songwriting, drawing inspiration from some of his favorite artists like Alice in Chains, Daughtry, Morgan Wallen, and more. On TikTok and other social media platforms, Davey has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers, millions of views, and a community of passionate rock and grunge fans who are excited for him to continue his music journey in 2026.
NEWS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Davey Allen created the album to honor Layne Staley. Coming December 19th, read about the making of the album and everyone involved in the project here from the NYS Music Magazine.
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Davey Allen traveled to Kentucky to play at the Cumberland Mountain Fall Festival and open for grunge/rock artist Sam Donald. He did a full hour acoustic set, and you can watch the full set here.
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Via Fox Rochester, Davey Allen goes on the morning show to talk about his upcoming festival performances and perform a song live on air. Click here to read the full story.
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The nationwide Boot’s ‘N Beats concert series makes a stop in Rochester, NY and Davey Allen will play for 300+ in a sold out Photo City Music Hall. He will open for multiple DJ’s in a night filled with country and EDM music.
Click here to read the full story.
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Davey makes his return to the Ocean State after his tenure as the University of Rhode Island’s punter for a weekend of upcoming performances. Click here to view the weekend schedule and read the full story.
2026 Man in the Stairwell Acoustic Tour Dates
*Full Band Shows
Hamlin VFW
JAN 9
Hamlin, NY
8:00 - 11:00 PM
*WHISKEY JAM
*JAN 12
*Nashville, TN
TBD
Gibson Custom Shop
JAN 13
Nashville, TN
3:00 - 5:00 PM
*The 5 Spot
*JAN 16
*Nashville, TN
9:00 PM - Midnight
Nietzsche’s
JAN 22
Buffalo, NY
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Mulconry’s Irish Pub
JAN 23
Fairport, NY
8:00 - 11:00 PM
Rootstock
JAN 24
Williamson, NY
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Dispatch Brewing
JAN 30
Macedon, NY
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Deirk’s Bentley’s Whiskey Row
FEB 6
Gilbert, AZ
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Rootstock
FEB 20
Williamson, NY
4:30 - 7:30 PM
Mulconry’s Irish Pub
FEB 21
Fairport, NY
8:00 - 11:00 PM
The Celtic Harp
FEB 27
Utica, NY
8:00 - 11:00 PM
TJ Ryan’s Pub
FEB 28
Fairport, NY
6:00 - 9:00 PM
The Thirsty Beaver w/ Josh Holland
MAR 13
Crestwood, IL
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Nikos Red Mill Tavern w/ Josh Holland
MAR 14
Woodstock, IL
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Mulconry’s Irish Pub
MAR 20
Fairport, NY
8:00 - 11:00 PM
Town Ballroom (World’s Largest 90’s Party)
MAR 21
Buffalo, NY
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Country Roads
MAR 27
Fairport, NY
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Horseshoe Tavern
MAR 31
Toronto, ON
8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Tix @ Door
Mulconry’s Irish Pub
APR 4
Fairport, NY
8:00 - 11:00 PM
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
APR 16
Cleveland, OH
The Greenville Inn
TBD
APR 17
Pittsburgh, PA
TBD
Get Directions
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
APR 18
Dayton, OH
201 Tavern Dayton
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
*MAY 15
*Rochester, NY
*Photo City Music Hall
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
MAY 21
Charlotte, NC
The Horseshoe
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
MAY 30
Barco, NC
Morris Farm & Back 40 Live
Country Roads
JUNE 5
Fairport, NY
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Bella Vista Campground
JUNE 13
Kennedy, NY
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
One Pelham East
JUNE 18
Newport, RI
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
TBD
JUNE 19
Boston, MA
TBD
Get Directions
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
JUNE 20
Narragansett, RI
George’s of Galilee
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
JULY 4
Macedon, NY
Red’s Twilight on the Erie
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
JULY 24
Fairport, NY
Backwoods by Kettle Ridge
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
JULY 25
Rev It Up
Chili, NY