Raspy and unpolished, Gary Allan’s voice stands out among the pop- and rock-influenced country artists on today’s radio with authentic country flair. In his words, “The songs have got to have soul.”

Playing honky-tonks with his father was a successful venture for 13-year-old Allan, but with a commitment to his education and finding his distinct style, he turned down a record deal. Working as a car salesman years later, a demo tape Allan left behind in the glove box of a truck he sold inspired a $12,000 check from the new owners, a major kickstart to fund new recordings that would later catch the attention of major labels.

Allan has since racked up a handful of No. 1 hits, several certified-platinum albums and over 1.8 billion streams with no signs of slowing down. See him return to WinStar World Casino and Resort with his gritty, soulful hits like “Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)” and “Right Where I Need to Be” Friday, February 14, at 8 p.m. Tickets for the special Valentine’s Day show start at $45 and doors open at 6:30 p.m.

The Gary Allan concert at WinStar World Casino & Resort is now sold out.