shane forrester

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Biography

SHANE FORRESTER (BARBADOS)
A Musical All Rounder – are the words use to best describe the uncharted musical talent of Shane Forrester… musician, singer, Prolific songwriter, music educator, producer and instrumentalist, are some of Shane’s endorsements as a music heavy weight.

Born into a family surrounded by music, Shane was exposed early to the music industry. Going from the days of the all male group, “Smooth Boyz”, Shane quickly realized his passion for the stage and performance and was ‘picked-up’ by the internationally renowned ground, The Troubadours International who invited him to perform on their Canadian and USA tours. His desire and commitment for the music industry landed him a spot with the band IV Play (later renamed 4D People) in 1995. 4D People became one of the most popular and successful bands of the 90's in Barbados. During his five years with 4D People, Shane was featured on all three of the bands albums and had the opportunity to tour the Caribbean and Europe performing at prestigious events like the Modem Musical Trade Fair in France and sharing the stage with top international artistes such as Boys 2 Men, Beres Hammond, and James Ingram.
Now considered one of Barbados’ best male vocal talents and musicians, Shane is about to metamorphose into a true Entertainer, with the launch of his self title album - SHANE. Spanning genres such as, pop, jazz, gospel, and soul plus a touch of old school classics; Shane’s career has earned him places on Barbados Jazz Festival, The Barbados Gospel Fest, and the Ottawa Blues Fest among other internationally recognised music festivals and events. His hit single, “About You” was placed on internationally signed artist, Jaicko’s album of Capital Records. Landing Shane his first major label placement.
His on stage persona, musical ability and authentic Caribbean vibe continues to develop and mature. With stunning good looks, lyrical depth and infectious melodies “it’s a rap”. Shane has the qualities that make a star.
Having an online fan base of Over 140,000 and over 21,000,000 hits on MySpace and over 20,000 text comments, Shane’s presence has created a movement. His singles, “Love When You Call My Name,” and “What I’m in For” is receiving much local and regional airplay. The stage is set…ladies and gentlemen – MR. SHANE FORRESTER.

Instrumentation

Guitar & Vocals: Shane Forrester

Drums : Melvin Alick

Base: Julian Griffith

Keyboards are employed
at times depending on the gig. "Not a fixed member of the unit".

Discography

What I'm In For

Love When You Call My Name

About You

Automatic

My Addiction

Crazy Glue

Life

Crocodile Man

Brand New

So Much

Baila Conmigo

Tracks taken from the debut album"SHANE"

Mixing Engineers: Eliseus Joseph Jr.,Fabian Minim Worrell and Adrian Odel
Mastering By: DRT Mastering and Ty Degroff at The Final Sound.
Executive Producer: Shane Forrester

http://www.myspace.com/shaneforresterc
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Shane-Forrester/78100537241
http://twitter.com/shaneforrester

Audio

• My Addiction
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• About You
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• Life
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• Love When You Call My Name
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• What I'm In For
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Video

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Press

• Shane to headline at the Barbados Jazz Festival 2010 [+ Show ]
  

  BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, October 29, 2009 – The 17th Annual Barbados Jazz Festival January 11-17, 2...
  
  BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, October 29, 2009 – The 17th Annual Barbados Jazz Festival January 11-17, 2010 is the perfect escape from the winter blues, giving visitors a chance to soak up the sweet sounds and sights on the sun-drenched island. This year’s festival will be headlined by 1970’s Motown star Smokey Robinson, and will also feature a wide range of both contemporary and classic jazz. Read More:http://www.travelersjournal.com/press2.php?ID=5240

• Shane to launch debut album [+ Show ]
  

  SHANE FORRESTER, known to many as a guitarist and vocalist, is about to release his debut album,...
  
  SHANE FORRESTER, known to many as a guitarist and vocalist, is about to release his debut album, entitled Shane, at the Limelight Cafe this evening.Read more http://www.nationnews.com

• Shane to Join AJA in Ottawa [+ Show ]
  

  HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST and internationally acclaimed Barbadian rhythm poet AJA will perform at on...
  
  HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST and internationally acclaimed Barbadian rhythm poet AJA will perform at one of North America's biggest blues festivals this weekend.
  
  He and his Barbadian band will entertain and educate an estimated 20 000 plus patrons for about an hour at the 12th prestigious 2005 Ottawa Bluesfest on Sunday.

• Shane the Producer [+ Show ]
  

  LIKE MANY international singers, award-winning singer Cherish Breedy started out singing in the ...
  
  LIKE MANY international singers, award-winning singer Cherish Breedy started out singing in the bathroom.
  
  Today, at age 13, while her bathroom "performances" have not ceased, she has become one of the youngest Barbadians to have her music recorded

• Stepping out [+ Show ]
  

  FORMER EMI recording artiste, Richard Dawe is excited about what is happening in the music busin...
  
  FORMER EMI recording artiste, Richard Dawe is excited about what is happening in the music business in Barbados.
  
  He was full of praise for moves local artiste are now making, to further establish the business of music.

Setlist

Original Songs:

Love when you call my name

What I’m in for

About You
True song

Naked and not ashamed
Mr. man

Life

never get enough of you

I like

Assumed

Pure Sugar

All night

COVER SONGS:

I heard it Through The Grape Vine

I Shot The sheriff

Change The World

Human Nature

The You Make Me Feel

Heartless

Ordinary People

The Blues

Slow Dancing in a Burning Room

Gravity

Knock me off my feet

Georgia On My Mind

And many more :)

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