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BIO
Shawn Pander is releasing his latest album, "Memories for Sale," in July of 2006. This album allows listeners to see the diverse yet soulful sides of this emerging artist. "I write songs about real life and I think that's why people connect to what I sing about," says Pander. After moving to Los Angeles in September 2004, Pander gained national recognition from his first appearance on the Dr. Phil Show. The segment entitled, "Real Talent," discussed what it takes to make it in Hollywood. Due to his popularity, Dr. Phil had his camera crew follow Shawn through the process of recording one of his songs with Grammy award winning producer, Steve Buckingham, in Nashville and invited him back on a follow-up show to perform his new hit, Simplicity, from his album, "Being Here."
Pander grew up in Texas, where he frequented a used car lot with his dad, who was a salesman there. Always an inquisitive soul, Shawn would wander while his dad worked. One hot summer day, he followed a melancholy tune. The song led him to a homeless man strumming his old guitar on the corner. Shawn strolled up and asked him his name. " I'm James," the man said. "What do you think of my music?" Shawn nodded and smiled his approval. James asked if he liked jazz and the blues. With a shrug, Shawn said, "I don't know. Do I?" An instant bond was formed, and Shawn came back to visit James and learn guitar everyday that summer. In the dead heat of August, his dad was laid off, and told Shawn it was his last day to come to the car lot. Sad to say goodbye, Shawn told James he couldn't come around anymore.
The homeless man with nothing more in the world to give, took his old guitar, the time-worn strap barely hanging on, and handed it to Shawn. "You take this guitar and go make something out of your life. I'll be watchin'." Shawn gave the man an equivalent gift, a promise he'd play everyday.
And he has.
What's up my man? Tag you're it. We keep passing each other up. Will be in H-town the second week in July so I will check you out at the Continental club. Love the new hits...take it easy bro.
I am a HUGE fan of yours and you are such a lovely guy which makes it such a pleasure to be on your side. Thanks for sharing your gift with us! Always a pleasure hanging out with you and listening to your wonderful music.
Whutup Shawn! Check out my new arrangement and let me know which songs you think I should allow people to download. Its an old protocol, but a new revelation.......
Hey Mr Pander...Did I hear that someone has a birthday coming? Have a great one!!
Oh and I have to thank you...I couldn't have asked for a more suited tune than "Rainbow's End" for my page after the week I've had! It must have been calling me to stop by...glad I did!!
Me and your bro aka my bff think that you should come back to league city and go boat riding with us...... but you probly couldnt handle it... lol jk jk jk we miss you!! i havent seen you since that x-mas party!! cant wait to see you..
Shawn~ I always you would be the one to make it out of the group. Congrats to you. I can not wait to tell Chava! She will be so excited for you. Take care. Gidget
So glad to have you as a friend! I pray my music blesses you. Please stop by my page and sign my guestbook. Feel free to visit often and keep in touch! In His praise, Yvonne "Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord, O my soul! While I live I will praise the Lord; I will sing praises to God while I have my being." Psalm 146: 1-2
Hey Shawn-Just wanted to tell you that you sound amazing and we all miss you here in Houston-You and Russ! Know you're doing well and wish you only the best!
