Thompson Square is a true duo in every sense of the word. Following in the tradition of Country’s great married duets, Thompson Square rekindles this history, bringing it into today’s new Country sound.
From the opening notes of their self-titled debut CD, Keifer and Shawna Thompson's voices intertwine beautifully. Together, they claim musical territory that few people can create. And together, they share the struggles - and rewards - of a life dedicated to music.
Shawna was born in Laurel, Mississippi and raised in the small south Alabama town of Chatom. She grew up under the influence of great artists including Reba McEntire, Shelby Lynne, Etta James, Patty Loveless and the supergroup, Alabama. Shawna’s dream of being a recording artist began when she made her first recording into a hand-held tape recorder at four years of age in her mama’s kitchen with her daddy playing banjo. That was just the beginning. Singing in her father’s local band was a way of life while growing up, and it wasn’t long until she set her sights on Nashville, where she scored an artist development deal with a major record label.
Keifer hails from the northeastern Oklahoma town of Miami. Music was always very important in his life and he recalls, “I was raised on Roger Miller and Elvis. I remember listening to daddy's vinyl records and learning to play guitar while entertaining the family in my cut off jeans and cowboy boots.” After high school, Keifer attended college at Missouri Southern State University where he excelled in athletics and academics - all the while performing, writing and building a catalogue of songs. Soon after graduating, Keifer made the move to Nashville where he began gigging, touring with major artists and writing with some of Music City’s great songwriters.
And then, fate stepped in - within weeks of Keifer and Shawna moving to Nashville they met while singing in a popular local venue. From that first moment, their lives were changed forever and a short time later they were married.
Now it's two voices and two styles - that blend together as sweetly as sugar and Grandma’s iced tea. Two individual artists in their own right, now joined as one, bringing something extraordinary to the music they produce together. Two singer-songwriters who have dedicated all aspects of their lives to each other and the music they make. Each had the same picture in their minds since they were kids. Now, it’s one picture - with both of them in it.
Just stopping by to wish you a great weekend, and also to let you know I just finished a new song I have been working on in my studio. It's called " SQUEEZE ME". It is in my more dance rock vain of song writing. Please give it a listen and let me know what you think. Take care and have a peaceful evening. Cheers. RAY
Hi Shawna! Sorry for the late reply... Been back in Sweden for a while now, can't wait to go back though :D How's everything down at The Wheel? R Marx was terriffic!!! Too bad you couldn't come! Caroline
Keifer, the song you sang on for me and Dave, "Beatles Without John" won Grand Prize (country category) in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest!! Thanks again for the killer job you did on the vocs. Your voice fits the song perfectly. Hope to do it again soon!! Hope all is well!! *****JD
Hi! Thanks a lot for a great concert the other night! I'm really glad I got to see you! Back in NY again before going back to Sweden. wish you all the best! :)
Love Love Love the photos! You guys gave an unforgettable show in Montana! Hope you'll try to make this an annual Event! So maybe WE can come see ya too! Love Ya, See Ya! Judy & Charlie
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