moenchengladbach, Alaska
39 Years Old
Singer-Songwriter, Vocalist, Band

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"For those of you who will not sing you must be playing with your own ding a ling"

BIOGRAPHY

Shawn Harvey is an established UK singer, songwriter, guitarist, multi-instrumentalist and producer. He has a large international fan base and is well respected amongst other musicians world wide. For over a decade he has written and recorded Americana, Rock and Blues.
He has worked with well known artists such as Albert Lee, John David and Boz Boorer. Several European bands have covered his songs live, and Dutch singer Shannah has recorded a cover version of 'Haystack Life' from the 'In The Hills' album.

Shawn was born in Plymouth, England, and grew up in a small tin-mining town in rural Cornwall to the sounds of Country, Rock'n'Roll and Blues, a love which shines through in his music to this day. He started playing guitar and writing songs at the age of 13.
Shawn has developed his own distinctive style, taking bits from his early influences and adding a dose of his own personality. The result is fresh and original sounding Americana music.
His live performances are electric and show his musical talent as a singer and guitarist. Years of working on the road from as early as 14 have made him a true pro and it shows at gigs.

But when in the studio, Shawn's biggest talent of all shines through; the ability to write exciting, catchy songs and produce potentially chart topping tunes.
Being a competent photographer and video editor, Shawn has a clear idea of his image and gets involved in the art direction of all his projects.
Shawn has international chart success on the internet, repeated Top 20 chart positions, with several global No. 1's on sites such as Besonic and Soundclick, regular internet radio play and has gained a large world wide following of Americana, Rock and Blues lovers who enjoy his music.

LEVEL

semi-pro

GENRES

Rock , Country, Blues

PUBLISHING COMPANY

kissy music, independent publishing company

Contact

Management: Silke c/o Kissy Music
Publishing: Kissy Music
Label: Kissy Music
Music Supervisor: Silke_kissymusic@yahoo.co.uk
Booking: Silke_kissymusic@yahoo.co.uk
Administrative: silke_kissymusic@yahoo.co.uk

P.R.O.

ASCAP

INSTRUMENTS

bass / electric guitar / piano / vocals

INFLUENCES

Musical inspirations are as diverse as Rockabilly, Rock'n'Roll, Country, Blues, Shannah, Shaky,Boz Boorer, Dave Edmunds, Albert Lee,John Lennon,The Fabulous Poodles,Nick Lowe, Rockpile,Bonnie St Calire,Mink De Ville,Chris Issac, The Blasters, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Blondie, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Dwight Yoakam, ,Raveonttes, ABBA, BB king,Albert Collins,John Lee Hooker,Elvis, Nick Lowe, ZZ Top, Shania Twain, Pink, Aqua, Lene Nystrom, Billy Idol,The Faders, Transvision Vamp, Suzi Quatro, Johnny Cash, Goldfrapp, White Stripes, Franz Ferdinand, Kaiser Chiefs, K T Tunstall, Madonna, Buck Owens, Eddie Cochran, Buddy Holly, Gene Vincent, Carl Perkins, Bruce Springsteen, Marc Bolan, T Rex, 70's Glam, Bryan Ferry, Roxy Music, The Cramps, Tina Turner, Motown, Albert Collins, Lightning Hopkins, Johnny Burnette and the Rock'n'Roll Trio, Tanya Tucker, Elvis, Magic Numbers, Rachel Stevens, Status Quo, Brittney Spears, Jacki Wilson, David Bowie Temptations, Sam Cooke, Roy Wood,ELO, Wizzard, Mud, Del Shannon, and of course my friends and family....who continue to support me:) Sounds Like Elvis,Johnny Cash,Carl Perkins,Johnny Burnette, Dave Edmunds, Eddie Cochran, Buddy Holly, Gene Vincent, Sun Rockabilly, Dwight Yoakam,Ry Cooder,Chris Isaac,Mink Deville,Muddy Waters,Little Walter, Ricky Nelson, Chuck Berry,John Lennon,Troggs, Moody Blues,Bruce Springsteen,,The Animals,Waylon Jennings, Shawn Harvey

I AM INTERESTED IN

in co writing online
in co writing in person
in networking with songwriters
in pitching songs to artist
in pitching songs to tv
in getting a record deal
in getting a publishing deal

I WRITE:

It's my second job

I Also Write:
by myself
with others
for myself
for others

I Prefer To Write:
lyrics
melody
music

experience >

SONG CUTS

Shannah "haystack life" explosion rockets "laid back and buzzin"

SONG PLACEMENTS

"Wild wild woman" used for a pc mp3 player called Strip Kittens with digital dancers. "Deception" used for a film soundtrack called "Deception" in usa. "Your the one that i want" songclip used for Virgin TV. "i Drove up in my cadillac Car" used for wsvn radiohall of fame cd. "Midnight" and "Sad Cafe" used on Valleys Radio Wales uk "Wild wild woman used" for No bling London Cable Television "Moment in Time" a finalist for the Computer game "no one lives forever" "Wild Wild Woman" used on James Whale Tv Show."MEN AND MOTORS" Sky television. "Wild Wild Woman" Used by Channel Four Televsion uk. "wild wild woman" broadcast at the cannes film festival south france. "Wild wild woman" and "Dont leave me baby" broadcast on tauton television uk.

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

Recorded with the great Albert Lee.Grammy award Country Guitarist. www.albertlee.co.uk Worked with Boz boorer (Morrisey/Smiths/poelcats) Worked with Jon David (Status quo,Eric clapton,Mark Knopfler)

OTHER SONG OR ALBUM CREDITS

Shannah Has recorded "Haystack Life" and the Dutch band the explosion rockets "Laid back and buzzin"

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