Music Maker Association - Artist Spotlight

Shawn Michael Perry & Only The Brave

ABOUT SHAWN:

MUSICAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS - Only The Brave, L.A Based All Native American Indian rock band with thought provoking lyrics and various musical influences. Many performances throughout Southern California and two Canadian tours.

Even before graduation from the Musicians Institute in Hollywood, Shawn had formed and performed with Sovereign Reign, the first Native American hard rock group since Racer X to be selected to perform at MI's Graduation Ceremonies. In 1992, Shawn formed a new band, Only The Brave. Drawing upon his background of Salish Indian descent, he merged his favourite musical styles and influences, creating a truly dynamic sound and performance experience.

Over the years, Shawn and Only The Brave have opened for artists such as the Jeff Healy Group, Randy bachman, barenaked Ladies, Redbone, and Mary Youngblood, amongst others.

Shawn Michael Perry has taken the multi-hyphenate to new heights. This singer, songwriter, actor, educator and activist was born in Southern California into indigenous heritage (his father is a Native American of Salish ancestry; his mother, Panamanian of Mayan ancestry), Shawn has embraced his culture, past and present with an eye to the future.

Shawn first came to the public's attention through his acting skills. He has appeared in films as diverse as Last of the Mohicans and Hidalgo and television productions such as My Indian Summer. His stage credits include the highly-acclaimed production of Ghost Dance at Los Angeles's Actors Gang Studio. shawn has been a member of SAG and AFTRA for over ten years.

Shawn's musical ambitions led him to the studio with a collection of songs highlighting the human experience as seen through indigenous eyes. The strength of his music and beauty of his words was enhanced by producer John Avilia, the talented bassist/producer of Oingo Boingo. Final polishing was added by the skillful mastering techniques of Ron McMaster (Capitol Records). The results were marketeed as the limited edition "RUN2U". Tracks "Freedom" and "Libertaad" received terrific response and airply. Due to their popularity, these songs are featured on the new full-length CD, SHAWN MICHAEL PERRY & ONLY THE BRAVE.

Together with his band, Only The Brave, Shawn is on the road, spreading his message.

Sounds Like:

Familiar, yet something new American Indian rockin country.

Inspiration:

Chris LeDoux, Badlands, Journey, various country artists including Hoyt Axton and George Straight

www.shawnmichaelperry.com

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