My Wedding Songs

I'm excited to say, "When I Take Your Hand", is quickly becoming one of the more popular wedding songs across the globe. Here's an idea of some of the recognition is has already received:

-Many in the music industry have already deemed it a classic and look forward to hearing it sung in various languages.
-Celine Dion once said it made her want to renew her wedding vows.
-There are currently over a dozen other professional singers performing it in their LIVE concerts.
-It recently won International songwriting contest, "Song of the Year".
-Many have already used this song as their first dance song for their own weddings, and many others have mentioned hearing this at someone else's wedding.

All these things have happened over the last two years, and I look forward to watching it continually spread and become more well-known. It's quite an honor to see people use this song for such a special occasion as the First Dance of their very own wedding!

There's another song of mine that I hope will also reach a similar level of success. A new song of mine, called, "You're All My Reasons". It could also become one of the popular wedding songs performed by DJ's and Cover bands alike. It has already been nominated for a Hollywood Music Award and is beginning to receive recognition from various filmmakers. But only time will tell if this song has the potential to become a "classic".

What do you think? Which song do you like better?

I Am Hammer Hands!

For many years, I had been known as the “pianoman”. However, every time someone labeled me with that moniker, I knew I was getting compared to the great Billy Joel. As proud as I was with such a comparison, Pianoman would always refer to him, and not me. So in order to carve my own sonic niche, I always knew I’d need my own nickname.

After one of my shows, a few fans of mine were complimenting my piano style, and in their description of my hard-hitting fashion, they started using the term, “Hammer Hands”. At the time, I thought it was a funny term used to describe my merciless pounding of the keys. But then, “Hammer Hands” started coming up more and more among my fans. During my pre-show visualization exercises, I started to envision “Hammer Hands” performing for the crowd, rather than Shaun Barrowes. It would be “Hammer Hands” who got the crowds to their feet; it would be “Hammer Hands” who swooned the women; and it would be “Hammer Hands” who earned a deafening applause when the curtain fell. Not Shaun Barrowes the pianoman. I started to like the sound of that.

As a kid, I always fantasized of becoming a superhero. Wolverine was always my favorite, as I’d read X-Men comic books and let my imagination run wild. With this new nickname, I can’t help but feel as though I’ve acquired a piece of that fantasy. Sure, I may not have retractable bone claws or a healing factor that allows me to recover from all wounds, but when I step onto that stage, and the crowds start to cheer, I’m no longer that goofy kid who talks too loud or has a faulty attention span; I am “Hammer Hands”!

The name suits me well—I perform with all reckless abandon, and it’s only fair to let fans know what they’re getting themselves into when they purchase a ticket to see Shaun Barrowes in concert. They should know that Shaun Barrowes is merely my alter ego, and when I dawn my superhero persona, “Hammer Hands”, only then am I ready to rock the stage!

Contact Shaun Barrowes

For College Booking:

Daniel Byrnes
Director of College Events
Impact Entertainment
215.450.3254
Email Daniel


All other booking:

Lorraine Hough
Entertainment Consultant
801.576.0931
Email Lorraine


All other inquiries, email:
shaunbarrowes.fans@gmail.com

This is why they call me "Hammer Hands"--New Videos!

Ain't No Sunshine:




Concert Montage, set to "Never for My Sake":

Vote for me...again...please?

Hey, so I won the last contest I entered, and that gave me $30,000 to use towards PR and marketing campaigns. It's definitely helped give my CD more recognition! So first of all, thanks again to everyone who voted for me last time!

Well, I've entered another contest. It's easier to vote for this one--you don't have to sign up for anything. If I win this, I get $100,000 worth of promotional services (radio promotion, tour promotion, online marketing, Music Video, and TV/Film placement!)! So please take 30 seconds (that's really how long this should take!) and cast your vote:

Link:
http://www.urlabel.net/artist/shaunbarrowes

Instructions:

1. Click on the "Vote" button at the bottom left of my player

2. Enter your email address(es)

3. They'll email you a message with the option to vote. Click where it says: "You can vote for this artist by clicking here"--it should be the first link available. Once you've clicked on that link, you've voted!

4. For some reason, the line below "You can vote for this artist by clicking here", there's a second line that allows you to vote AGAINST me. So whatever you do, please don't click on that link!

Big Bang Theory is now available!!

Here are the links to purchase it on iTunes or Amazon:

iTunes

Amazon

Purchase Big Bang Theory (International):

iTunes UK:

iTunes Europe:

iTunes Japan:

iTunes Canada:

iTunes Australia/NZ:

I hope you enjoy the album!

Shaun

Chat with Shaun Barrowes!

Shaun Barrowes Forum--Come chat with me!

My forum is now up and I'll be on there to personally chat with anyone who wants to.  Feel free to ask me any questions--I'd like to get to know you and here's a great way to do it!  So come chat with me!
http://www.hammerhandsforum.com

Shaun Barrowes on iLike - Add iLike to your MySpace

Major radio station in Australia playing my music!!

There are a lot of independent stations now playing my music. Here's one of the bigger ones:

PBS 106.7 FM

Be sure to tune in this Sunday as they play my music on this radio station! They'll play it from 1-3pm (Melbourne, AUS time) this Sunday. You can also send an email to request my music (sundaysessions@bigpond.com). You can tune in online as well, so no matter where you are in the world, be sure to check it out!!

TWO singles hit radio stations!

I mentioned a week or two ago, that my song, "Fade", was picked up by radio distribution and sent to over 250 stations in Europe. Well now, my song, "You're All My Reasons" has been picked up and added to the "Just Stand Up" compilation that's sent to hundreds of radio stations worldwide (non-US), alongside big name artists like The Jonas Brothers, Metallica, Shiny Toy Guns and Ray Lamontagne.

So now there are TWO songs hitting radio stations!

Get an Autographed copy of Big Bang Theory PLUS two Bonus Tracks!!

The two bonus tracks were recorded EXCLUSIVELY for this offer. There’s a limited supply, so make sure you get your copy ASAP!!

Critics' Reviews

Here's what the critics are saying about Big Bang Theory

Midwest Record
The Celebrity Cafe

The Shaun Barrowes Store

Purchase Big Bang Theory (International):

iTunes Europe:

iTunes Japan:

iTunes Canada:

iTunes Australia/NZ:

New video--LIVE concert

This wasn't my best concert, but this song turned out ok. Here's a new LIVE version of "When I Take Your Hand":



www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGWs9_a2RkY

Radio Airplay in Europe

The producers from EuroXclusive were very impressed with my songs! They'll be sending out my song, "Fade", to 250+ radio stations in Europe next week, right alongside the new hit singles from Miley Cyrus and Keane!

Radio Airplay

Here's a list of radio stations that are now playing my song. Email the contact listed by the station to request my song!!

USA
Indie 104--iRadio LA Requests Link
Que 98.2 FM, Cimplex Sounds
Home Grown Radio NJ (Request Line) 908-362-6622
Boise State Radio Request Link
The Podcast Network (Email Dennis) Dennis.Hays@gmail.com
Neon Productions Radio Request Link
Twirl Radio (Email Mike) mlidskin@yahoo.com
Magic 107.9 (Request Line) 479-521-1079
Music Choice + JazzRadio Berlin

UK
Choice FM 107.1, 96.9 (Email Kirk)
kirk.anthony@choicefm.com
Youthcomm Radio 106.7 (Email Chris) studio@youthcomm.org.uk
Lincs FM 102.2 (Email Rod) rodarcher@lincsfm.co.uk
102.5 The “Bridge” (Email Kate) studio@thebridgeradio.net
Radio Seagull 1602 AM (Email Martin) martinsmith@radioseagull.com
GeorgeJazz Show (Email Aja) aallsop@btinternet.com
Tyne FM
Londons Kalling with Pet and Bara

Australia
PBS 106.7 (Email Desi D) sundaysessons@bigpond.com
Blue Pie Radio (Email Damien) damien@bluepie.com.au
ILR Television and Radio (Request Link)
Request song
Coast FM 963 (Email John) studio@coastfm.org.au
Waringarri Radio 693 AM (Email) request4me@westnet.com.au
Highland 107.1 FM (Email) gmoir@exemail.com.au
2NCR 92.9 (Email) manager@2ncr.org.au
Triple H 100.1 FM (Email) info@triplehfm.com.au
2 Way FM 103.9 (Email Chris) admin@2wayfm.org
Kix FM 90.7
Jazz Action Productions

Germany

78S

Internet Radio

Radio Io Vocal Jazz
Blue Sky FM
Deep Cuts--Indian Summer
Outbound Music
In-d Sounds Radio (English)
Acoustic Fuel
In-d Sounds Radio (French)
MVY Radio
The Songwriter's Network
The Soupy Gato Show
Celtica Radio
Indie Life Radio
Last.Fm

Feel free to visit these sites and request my songs. This list has just started and I expect it to grow a lot over the next few months.

First Portuguese Song!

So I've just recorded my first Portuguese song. Hopefully, it won't be the last. Check it out and let me know what you think! It's on my last.fm player and site (the player is on the right column of this blog, and here's the link to:
My Last.fm Page

Post this Gydget on your Page!

Make money off of my Music!!

Purchase a Backstage Pass at Slice the Pie (click on the picture above), for $10, and you get a digital copy of the album (which costs $10) and will be investing in my album sales. So you'll be making money off of my music! Now, you can get a "Slice of the Pie"!!

Here's how you do it:
Go to the "Financing" tab, after you've signed in or registered. You'll see a big section on the right that says "Buy a Backstage Pass". Go through the steps to buy one of mine, after which you'll have the option of buying 5 contracts (which costs an addition $1), and that's how you invest in my album. You can read up on all the details to see how much you'll be making, and how to trade to make more, etc. If you have questions, there's a forum where you can ask it and receive a lot more information than I can give you. But you can also ask me if you'd like.

Take advantage and help yourself to a slice the of the pie!!

I Won!! I Won!!

Great news: I won the contest!

I'm guaranteed 15,000 pounds ($30,000) for financing, and maybe more, so we'll see what happens from here.
I'll keep everyone posted through my blog.

By the way, you can make money off of my album through Slice the Pie. That's what that website is all about. It's quite a brilliant concept, and if you're interested in making money off of independent artists like me, you should definitely look into it and take advantage.
Check out their website for details: http://www. slicethepie. com.

Thanks for voting for me!!

You Can Still Vote for Me!!

You can still vote for me:

I entered my music into the "slice the pie" competition and made it to the top 18. If I receive the most votes, I win 15,000 pounds (a little under $30,000). So I know you were all so excited to vote for me on American Idol, and we all know how that turned out, but if you still want to vote for me, here's your chance.

Here's how you vote:

Instructions:
1.Register first (it takes only a second and it doesn't cost anything)by clicking on "Sign Up Free". Fill out the sign up form.
2.Check your email's junk/spam folder for a confirmation email
3.Once you've registered, click on the link:
Click here to Vote for Me!!
4.Click on the "Listen" button, and scroll to the bottom.
5.I'm at the bottom of the list with a "Vote" button beside me
6. Click on "Vote", confirm it on the next page, and you're done!

Vote and spread the word--let's do this thing!!

Thanks for your vote and support!

"Hammer Hands"

For many years, I had been known as the “pianoman”. However, every time someone labeled me with that moniker, I knew I was getting compared to the great Billy Joel. As proud as I was with such a comparison, Pianoman would always refer to him, and not me. So in order to carve my own sonic niche, I always knew I’d need my own nickname.

After one of my shows, a few fans of mine were complimenting my piano style, and in their description of my hard-hitting fashion, they started using the term, “Hammer Hands”. At the time, I thought it was a funny term used to describe my merciless pounding of the keys. But then, “Hammer Hands” started coming up more and more among my fans. During my pre-show visualization exercises, I started to envision “Hammer Hands” performing for the crowd, rather than Shaun Barrowes. It would be “Hammer Hands” who got the crowds to their feet; it would be “Hammer Hands” who swooned the women; and it would be “Hammer Hands” who earned a deafening applause when the curtain fell. Not Shaun Barrowes the pianoman. I started to like the sound of that.

As a kid, I always fantasized of becoming a superhero. Wolverine was always my favorite, as I’d read X-Men comic books and let my imagination run wild. With this new nickname, I can’t help but feel as though I’ve acquired a piece of that fantasy. Sure, I may not have retractable bone claws or a healing factor that allows me to recover from all wounds, but when I step onto that stage, and the crowds start to cheer, I’m no longer that goofy kid who talks too loud or has a faulty attention span; I am “Hammer Hands”!

The name suits me well—I perform with all reckless abandon, and it’s only fair to let fans know what they’re getting themselves into when they purchase a ticket to see Shaun Barrowes in concert. They should know that Shaun Barrowes is merely my alter ego, and when I dawn my superhero persona, “Hammer Hands”, only then am I ready to rock the stage!



(I couldn't find a pic of someone with Hammer Hands...)

The Ultimate Concert Experience, BYU, April 3rd!

This is going to be the ultimate concert experience, with Five different acts performing throughout the night. I've got a big band behind me, as well as five part harmony vocals. There are two opening acts: Broken Hearted Rounds, Nicole Sheahan. The two featured acts during my set: Ninth East Jumpers, The Moleni Brothers.

So this is the ultimate jam session and concert! And we've decided to make it only $1.

Here are the details:

Thursday, April 3rd, 8pm
JSB Auditorium, BYU
Admission: $1, General Admission

If you're on Facebook, here's the Facebook event page:

Facebook Event Page

Here's a map of BYU Campus:

BYU Campus Map

Kicked off of American Idol, then Facebook, and now…Myspace! I’m really on a roll!

I feel like Captain Jack Sparrow, receiving a smack to the face and thinking outloud, “I don’t think I deserved that”, then after getting smacked again, “I may have deserved that one!”

I’ve had my Myspace artist page for about two years now, and have gotten used to changing my password every few weeks to keep the hackers from accessing my page. Well, I let a few months slip away without taking care of this routine maintenance, and apparently someone got into my account again. In the past, when this happened, my account would just be blocked and I’d be able to unblock it. But this time, it was completely deleted. I blame the one-armed man—it’s all his fault!

I had about 11,000 fans on my page when it was deleted, but if they were true fans, I’m sure they’ll find my page again. It’s a little annoying that I have to start all over, but with these huge networking sites, there’s really not much else I can do. At least Myspace will let me back on—American Idol and Facebook have decided to kick me off for good (I tried to get back onto American Idol and sneak into the top 24…ok, wait…no I didn’t actually do that…).

So anyway, my Myspace URL is still the same, you’ll just notice that I’m Mr. Johnny-No-Mates right now because I don’t have any friends…don’t you feel sorry for me now…

www.myspace.com/shaunbarrowes

The event formerly known as the Facebook Experiment to Fight Cancer

So I'm following in Prince's footsteps as I change the name of my charity event to:
The event formerly known as The Facebook Experiment to Fight Cancer.

Apparently Facebook kicked me off their site, without any rhyme or reason, but my guess is it's because I included their name in this event. I wish they would've just asked me to change the name of the event, or at least give me some kind of warning. But it's just Facebook, so it doesn't really matter. I'll send them emails to appeal, but I'm not holding my breath for them to respond.

The funny thing is, I just sent a bulletin post praising Facebook for being so much better than Myspace. Yet here I am on Myspace without a Facebook account. Nothing like a little cruel irony to start my day.

I wonder if Facebook saw me get kicked off of American Idol, and decided to get wise and do the same. Lol. I didn't realize I was such a hell raiser!

Well, my charity event will go undeterred, regardless of this set back. My cause is still the same, and this charity event will go forward! Once again, I appreciate your support for my fight against Cancer.

Support the Facebook Experiment to fight Cancer

If you're on Facebook, come join my Event: The Facebook Experiment to fight Cancer: (Click on the pic)

(you have to be logged in to visit that link)

If you're not on Facebook, here's what we're doing:

Between now and Christmas of 2008, 100% of the proceeds generated from the sales of my upcoming single, “Never for My Sake” will be donated to Gateway for Cancer Research. I feel like I’ve been really fortunate this past year in both my personal life and with my music and I wanted a way to give back by contributing to a cause I really believe in.

Here’s the reason I chose Gateway for Cancer Research:
My brother was recently diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. He underwent brain surgery and the surgery was successful in removing the tumor. However, it’s not over yet, as he has another treatment scheduled to, hopefully, finish it all off, and we’re hoping and praying for it to do just that.

This experience with my brother has brought me to an awareness of the dangers of cancer, and has inspired me to take action. So I came across Gateway for Cancer Research and found it to be an effective organization dedicated to curing cancer through funding patient-centered clinical studies that make an impact on those battling cancer. (Gateway for Cancer Research)


You can contribute by:

1) Purchasing the song, “Never For My Sake” on iTunes:



2) Inviting all your friends on Myspace, Facebook, Blogger, etc., to purchase this song on iTunes.


I believe this is a great way for you and me to make a difference in the world. I’ve always wanted to improve the world with my music, and here’s my chance. Will you join me?

Ringtones for my new album, Big Bang Theory!

Send the song code as a text message to: 69937 (Myxer), and receive the free ringtone. (Example: send "371228" to the number 69937, for the ringtone for "Fade"). Here are the song codes:

1) Fade: 371228
2) Hop, Skip and a Jump: 371239
3) When I Take Your Hand: 373452
4) Like There's No More Love to Go Around: 373388
5) Separate Trains: 373421
6) In My Back Pocket: 373405
7) When I Need You the Most: 373459
8) I Love You Today: 373448
9) Somebody Like You: 373429
10) I Still Loved You: 373444
11) Never for My Sake: 373396
12) Outro: 373400

I tried it out on someone else's phone and they all worked. So hopefully, you don't have any problems downloaded the ringtones. Enjoy!

The Shaun Barrowes Store

Shaun Barrowes Store

Shaun Barrowes' American Idol Experience

Biography

Shaun Barrowes
Artist Profile

Shaun Barrowes is a skilled and polished musician, vocalist, and songwriter. His live shows have a jazz flare with an alternative rock flavor.

He wrote the theme song for Shadow Complex (top selling and award-winning video game of 2009), performed in a rock band in L.A., was nominated for the Hollywood Music Awards and an Independent Music Award, and he is touring the US and touring Europe, Mexico, Australia and Canada in 2010.

“I want people to realize that I'm a versatile songwriter, and that I'm very passionate about my music,” Barrowes said. “I'm not just a jazz singer, or a piano/rock artist. I'd compare my music to the light that's refracted through a prism. It comes out in a variety of patterns and colors, but all derives from the same prism and same light source.”

A recent review stated that Shaun Barrowes music “is clearly a nod to a rich musical past and an appreciation of its wide-screen cinema, [but his] pop leanings give the music a contemporary framework—the songs are both a longing glance backward and a running jump forward.”

Shaun always loved music. Barrowes started singing at age three, hammering the keys since six and with encouragement from his piano teacher, made the transition into composition at age 15. By 16 he cut his first record before recording a series of albums and demos. As his music progressed he was able to collaborate with some of the best musicians and music producers in the country. These musicians have artist credits such as Madonna, Michelle Branch, Destiny’s Child, Stacie Orrico, Joe Cocker, ZZ Top, and No Doubt.

Shaun is currently working on a couple projects to help motivate young artists and infuse a love for music and the arts. His hope is to give opportunities to these artists that would otherwise be barred from them.

The “Hammer Hands International Dance Competition” is a project Shaun is undertaking in 2010 to help young artists. Anyone ages 15-30 may submit YouTube videos of their dance. Five finalists will be chosen and given an all expense paid trip to shoot a professionally produced music video. They will be coached by finalists and choreographers from So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing With the Stars. In addition, finalists will have the opportunity to win a scholarship to Point Park University. This competition allows all dancers–especially ones in smaller areas who may not have access to the main dance competitions–to have an opportunity they would not otherwise have.

The other project for the 2010 year developed when Shaun noticed how most high school music and arts programs were struggling because of budget cuts. His solution is a traveling fundraising show that will perform with high school choirs and dancers. Half of all tickets sold by the high school goes directly to their arts program. When time and scheduling permits, Shaun is also offering to coach and share his experiences in the music world with the young artists. These examples are just a start of what Shaun hopes to do in fostering a love and appreciation for music in young artists.

Shaun was a finalist during Hollywood Week of American Idol Season Seven and won $30,000 for receiving most votes in a UK Music Contest, Slice the Pie.

Big Bang Theory--Credits

To give you an idea of what all went behind this new album, here are all the credits:

Big Bang Theory

Credits

Produced and Arranged by Shaun Barrowes

Recorded and mixed by Scott Wiley at June Audio Recording Studios

Also engineered by Michael Greene, Ryan Boud

Mastered by Adam Ayan at Gateway Mastering

Intro/Outro (Hero's Funeral)
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Strings arranged by Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo / Stephanie Cathcart, Lois Swint, Mindy David, Victoria Ferris / Cellos: Jim Hardy, Brian Stucki / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Strings Contracted by: Ted Hinckley

Fade
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Drums: Joel Stevenett / Guitars: Scott Foster / Percussion: Ricardo Romero / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

Hop, Skip and a Jump
Written by: Shaun Barrowes, Darren Reid

Arranged by Shaun Barrowes / Horns arranged by Lyle Durland / Alto Saxophone solo: David Halliday / Trumpet solo: Reed Lecheminant / Drums: Jay Lawrence / Bass: Denson Angulo / Guitar: Josh Aker / Whistle: Shaun Barrowes / Trumpets: Reed Lecheminant, Evan Bateman / Trombone: Joe Chisholm / Saxophone: David Halliday, Ray Smith, Brian Booth / Piano and vocals: Shaun Barrowes

When I Take Your Hand
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Drums: Jay Lawrence / Percussion: Ricardo Romero / Guitar: Scott Foster / Keyboards, Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

Like There's No More Love to Go Around
Written by: Shaun Barrowes, Darren Reid

Drums: Jay Lawrence / Guitar: Josh Aker / Percussion: Ricardo Romero / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

Separate Trains
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Drums: Jay Lawrence / Percussion: Ricardo Romero / Guitar and backup vocals: Scott Foster / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

In My Back Pocket
Written by: Shaun Barrowes, Darren Reid

Drums: Jay Lawrence / Organ: Sam Cardon / Backup Vocals: Scott Foster / Percussion: Ricardo Romero / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

When I Need You the Most
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Vocal arrangement by the Moleni Brothers and Shaun Barrowes / Drums: Jay Lawrence / Guitar: Scott Foster / Percussion: Jay Lawrence and Ricardo Romero / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

I Love You Today
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Organ: Sam Cardon / Drums: Jay Lawrence / Guitar and backup vocals: Scott Foster / Percussion: Ricardo Romero / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

Somebody Like You
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Drums: Jay Lawrence / Bass: Denson Angulo / Organ: Sam Cardon / Guitars: Scott Foster / Percussion: Ricardo Romero / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

I Still Loved You
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

Never For My Sake
Written by: Shaun Barrowes

Vocal and String arrangement by Shaun Barrowes / Drums and Percussion: Jay Lawrence / Violins: Stephanie Cathcart, Lois Swint, Mindy David, Victoria Ferris / Cellos: Jim Hardy, Brian Stucki / Backup Vocals: Scott Foster, Lars Moleni, Dillon Finn / Strings Contracted by: Ted Hinckley / Piano and Vocals: Shaun Barrowes / Bass: Denson Angulo

Sean Barrows, Shawn Barrows, Shaun Barrows, etc.

My name is often misspelled and thus hard to find online. Common misspellings:

Sean Barrows,
Shaun Barrows,
Shawn Barrows,

I'm writing this blog to make it easier for people to find my websites:

http://www.myspace.com/shaunbarrowes
http://www.shaunbarrowes.com

Become of fan on Facebook:
http://www.ilike.com/artist/Shaun+Barrowes



I hope this helps people find my websites when they're searching for it online!