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And The 2012 Texas Music Awards Nominees Are... - January 24, 2012
ShAnnie and John Inmon!
We want to thank all of you for your kindness in taking the time to nominate us for the Texas Music Awards! Thanks to you, we made it on the ballot!
Yes, ShAnnie is right up there sharing nominations with very talented artists, some of whom are close friends. We were nominated for Vocal Duo, along with Art & Lisa, so at this point, we’re just tickled to be there!
Another friend, our very own producer, John Inmon, was also recognized for his work on our album “The Station”; taking two nominations. One for Studio Musician and one for Producer of the Year! Way to go JOHN!
“The Station” has been serving us well; it’s been one train ride after another, with no end in sight!
Cheers to Texas Music and all its supporters!!!
We want to thank all of you for your kindness in taking the time to nominate us for the Texas Music Awards! Thanks to you, we made it on the ballot!
Yes, ShAnnie is right up there sharing nominations with very talented artists, some of whom are close friends. We were nominated for Vocal Duo, along with Art & Lisa, so at this point, we’re just tickled to be there!
Another friend, our very own producer, John Inmon, was also recognized for his work on our album “The Station”; taking two nominations. One for Studio Musician and one for Producer of the Year! Way to go JOHN!
“The Station” has been serving us well; it’s been one train ride after another, with no end in sight!
Cheers to Texas Music and all its supporters!!!
ShAnnie performs at the Western Trail House Concert - January 2, 2012
3AM from Shan and Annie on Vimeo.
About running away for love...
We were thinking about Grandparents on both sides of our families that eloped, which inspired this song. It seems like people did that a lot back in those days.
What sacrifice would you make?
Written by Annie Acton and Shan Kowert
©2011 (ASCAP) All Rights Reserved
Recorded by Bob Himmer at the Western Trail House Concert Series in Kerrville, Texas
Nominate ShAnnie for the 2011 Texas Music Awards! - January 2, 2012
Did you know that the 2011 Texas Music Awards are in full swing as of yesterday? Yes, and did you know that we, ShAnnie, are members? Now, may we be so humble as to ask for your nomination… or for you to take the time to nominate your favorites at the My Texas Music / Texas Music Awards website?http://www.texasmusicawards.org/nominate/
Please, if you do have a moment, take a trip over to this link and nominate your favorite members of the My Texas Music Academy to make sure that they make it on to the 2012 ballot this year. There are a lot of very talented and deserving musicians that are members of the academy, but without your nominations, they will not even become recognized on the ballot. So, please take this opportunity to peruse the website, make sure that your favorite producer, group, duo, or solo is on the list and then nominate them for as many things as you see fit… Best Song, Entertainer, Vocalist, Album, etc… Go, Go, Go!
What are you waiting for…
We need you!
Artists needed to have had a project in the year 2011 (ShAnnie - √)
Did you know that we were nominated at the 2008 Texas Music Awards for Vocal Duo, and for best Producer for our debut album “Water Over Stones”? We were even fortunate to have been able to perform at the Texas Music Awards that year, a moment we will certainly cherish.
Perhaps you’d be interested in nominating John Inmon, our producer for our latest album, “The Station”? John would greatly appreciate that, and we feel he deserves a nomination for his work in conveying every emotion we were feeling when we wrote the songs.
Visit the link, and place our names anywhere you feel we fit. We’re grateful for your time and consideration. As we are sure all of the members of the My Texas Music Academy would be grateful.
http://www.texasmusicawards.org/nominate/
We thank you so much for supporting Independent Music all these years!
"Lipstick Warrior" featured in New Film Makers Video - December 20, 2011
Eric Norcross of Norcross Media Visual Communications has just released a montage of clips from independent filmmakers of 2011. What song did he use? ShAnnies' "Lipstick Warrior." The short film will be included on the New Film Makers website, as well as their Youtube channel, and Facebook page too.
"It's inspiring to be involved with other independent artists; coming together to create something that only keeps us moving forward"... says Annie and Shan
Eric simply states about ShAnnie music..."Your music goes well with moving images".
ShAnnie has been wanting to submit their music for film for quite some time. Looks like this is a perfect start!
((DON'T FORGET...BEFORE WATCHING THE VIDEO - SILENCE THE SHANNIE WEBSITE MUSIC))
www.newfilmmakers.com http://youtube.com/newfilmmakers http://facebook.com/newfilmmakersny
"It's inspiring to be involved with other independent artists; coming together to create something that only keeps us moving forward"... says Annie and Shan
Eric simply states about ShAnnie music..."Your music goes well with moving images".
ShAnnie has been wanting to submit their music for film for quite some time. Looks like this is a perfect start!
((DON'T FORGET...BEFORE WATCHING THE VIDEO - SILENCE THE SHANNIE WEBSITE MUSIC))
www.newfilmmakers.com http://youtube.com/newfilmmakers http://facebook.com/newfilmmakersny
"SHANNIE" TOURS EUROPE! - May 21, 2011
The time has come... ShAnnie takes their music across the seas!
Well, truth be told... their music, via cd; has already made it over there. The radio stations in France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Sweden, The U.K., Ireland, Holland and Germany just to name a few are thankfully spinning "ShAnnie" tunes! And now the duo themselves will also board one of those big flying vehicles and head for the skies.
They will land in Zurich, Switzerland first where they will jump on a connecting train to Geneva to greet their ever gracious host Michel!
The trip has them playing shows all over Switzerland, with stops in Austria and Germany as well. During their time in Europe they will also be visiting with "Chicken Mambo", the Italian Blues Band that recently toured in Texas in the fall of 2010. ShAnnie are planning on recording a cut of one of their new singles in the studio with Chicken Mambo. You'll definitely want to stay tuned for the release of that one!
Yes, this trip is a whirlwind tour...with loads of exciting ventures!
Updates, photos and lots of blogging will be posted along the way.
Keep checking the website!
It's a fun filled adventure... and only the beginning!
Well, truth be told... their music, via cd; has already made it over there. The radio stations in France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Sweden, The U.K., Ireland, Holland and Germany just to name a few are thankfully spinning "ShAnnie" tunes! And now the duo themselves will also board one of those big flying vehicles and head for the skies.
They will land in Zurich, Switzerland first where they will jump on a connecting train to Geneva to greet their ever gracious host Michel!
The trip has them playing shows all over Switzerland, with stops in Austria and Germany as well. During their time in Europe they will also be visiting with "Chicken Mambo", the Italian Blues Band that recently toured in Texas in the fall of 2010. ShAnnie are planning on recording a cut of one of their new singles in the studio with Chicken Mambo. You'll definitely want to stay tuned for the release of that one!
Yes, this trip is a whirlwind tour...with loads of exciting ventures!
Updates, photos and lots of blogging will be posted along the way.
Keep checking the website!
It's a fun filled adventure... and only the beginning!
The New ShAnnie Cd “The Station” arrives!!! - December 30, 2010
Yes!!! It's True!!!
With one cd under their belt, which brought them a nomination at the 2008 Texas Music Awards. ShAnnie has finished their second project.
After spending several months in the studio with Bastrop, Texas' John Inmon... the new ShAnnie Cd, titled "The Station", is complete and will be available for purchase online and in stores soon.
Why the lengthy wait? Well, Inmon was gracious enough to work on a time line that allowed ShAnnie to really pour their hearts into it. You feel the presence of Inmon’s heart as well, as you will witness when you feel the sound from each song resonate through your body.
ShAnnie went into the studio with ideas of co-producing this project and Inmon was very excited and proud to share the seat. The music; words and rhythm, are sure to move you.
Each song delivers a cinematic perspective into how Shan and Annie conceive a song.
If you’ve seen ShAnnie live, you know the passion that flows when they perform each song. This same passion can be found on the new cd. Simply put...it translates well. You won’t be disappointed.
In fact, you’ll be left wanting more….
“The Station” will be available for purchase online and at other locations. Please check www.shannieband.com for updated information and links.
If you absolutely cannot wait... please contact us at shannie@shannieband.com
and we will send you the address for where you can purchase your copy of
"The Station", mailed directly to you from ShAnnie! And Hey, if you request, ShAnnie will even sign it for you.
With one cd under their belt, which brought them a nomination at the 2008 Texas Music Awards. ShAnnie has finished their second project.
After spending several months in the studio with Bastrop, Texas' John Inmon... the new ShAnnie Cd, titled "The Station", is complete and will be available for purchase online and in stores soon.
Why the lengthy wait? Well, Inmon was gracious enough to work on a time line that allowed ShAnnie to really pour their hearts into it. You feel the presence of Inmon’s heart as well, as you will witness when you feel the sound from each song resonate through your body.
ShAnnie went into the studio with ideas of co-producing this project and Inmon was very excited and proud to share the seat. The music; words and rhythm, are sure to move you.
Each song delivers a cinematic perspective into how Shan and Annie conceive a song.
If you’ve seen ShAnnie live, you know the passion that flows when they perform each song. This same passion can be found on the new cd. Simply put...it translates well. You won’t be disappointed.
In fact, you’ll be left wanting more….
“The Station” will be available for purchase online and at other locations. Please check www.shannieband.com for updated information and links.
If you absolutely cannot wait... please contact us at shannie@shannieband.com
and we will send you the address for where you can purchase your copy of
"The Station", mailed directly to you from ShAnnie! And Hey, if you request, ShAnnie will even sign it for you.
TOTO Features ShAnnie! - July 2, 2010
If you are in and around the Austin area, make sure to pick up the latest issue of "TOTO". This is a magazine published by Patty Mora, Pet Photographer. This magazine displays beautiful photographs... highlighting people, places and things. It's a delightful magazine that shows heart and true art.
In this issue, ShAnnie was featured in the music section. Annie was even shown modeling the fine jewelry from "Stones Throw"... this is some exquisite, custom made artwork, by Kyle Gross. If you've been to our shows, you've probably seen Shan and Annie wearing some of Kyle's pieces.
You can find out more about Kyle and Stones Throw Jewelry and Patty Mora Photography at...
www.stonesthrowjewelry.com www.pattymoraphoto.com
Stay tuned for more exciting ShAnnie news!!!
In this issue, ShAnnie was featured in the music section. Annie was even shown modeling the fine jewelry from "Stones Throw"... this is some exquisite, custom made artwork, by Kyle Gross. If you've been to our shows, you've probably seen Shan and Annie wearing some of Kyle's pieces.
You can find out more about Kyle and Stones Throw Jewelry and Patty Mora Photography at...
www.stonesthrowjewelry.com www.pattymoraphoto.com
Stay tuned for more exciting ShAnnie news!!!
ShAnnie at Luckenbach... compliments of David Shane Duke! - May 8, 2010
This is our ode to Hank Williams...
we wrote this in between Mobile and Montgomery, while visiting Hank's final resting place.
The song is called "Drifting Lost Cowboy", for Luke the Drifter...
God Bless Hank Williams!!!
we wrote this in between Mobile and Montgomery, while visiting Hank's final resting place.
The song is called "Drifting Lost Cowboy", for Luke the Drifter...
God Bless Hank Williams!!!
Gohan... by Walt Perryman (4/28/09) - May 1, 2009
Annie had a dog and Gohan was his name,
Since they found each other, life was never the same.
Gohan was a Siberian Husky, he was her best friend.
But like all living things, his life had to end.
When they first saw each other it just seemed right,
I believe it is safe to say, It was love at first sight.
The years they spent together, they had a lot of fun.
Their love was so strong, their heart beat as one.
One day a bad, mean, stray dog came after Annie,
Gohan came to her rescue and whipped that dogs fanny.
Annie never had to worry as long a Gohan was around,
If man or beast threatened her, they were going down.
Annie and Gohan would talk to each other every day.
They seemed to understand what the other had to say..
Gohan would never wake up Annie when she was in bed.
If he had to go outside, he would wake up Shan instead.
Maybe, he was Annies guardian angel sent from above.
He was here to protect her and give her unconditional love.
I have never really been to Heaven this may be true,
But, Heaven can not be Heaven, without dogs there too.
Gohan is in Heaven and he will patiently wait,
He will be there to meet Annie at the Pearly Gate.
(Walt Perryman is a very prolific poet and a truly great friend...
Thank you Walt... Thank you so very much for these beautiful words.)
Since they found each other, life was never the same.
Gohan was a Siberian Husky, he was her best friend.
But like all living things, his life had to end.
When they first saw each other it just seemed right,
I believe it is safe to say, It was love at first sight.
The years they spent together, they had a lot of fun.
Their love was so strong, their heart beat as one.
One day a bad, mean, stray dog came after Annie,
Gohan came to her rescue and whipped that dogs fanny.
Annie never had to worry as long a Gohan was around,
If man or beast threatened her, they were going down.
Annie and Gohan would talk to each other every day.
They seemed to understand what the other had to say..
Gohan would never wake up Annie when she was in bed.
If he had to go outside, he would wake up Shan instead.
Maybe, he was Annies guardian angel sent from above.
He was here to protect her and give her unconditional love.
I have never really been to Heaven this may be true,
But, Heaven can not be Heaven, without dogs there too.
Gohan is in Heaven and he will patiently wait,
He will be there to meet Annie at the Pearly Gate.
(Walt Perryman is a very prolific poet and a truly great friend...
Thank you Walt... Thank you so very much for these beautiful words.)
ShAnnie Is Featured In "Women Out West" Magazine!!! - February 1, 2009
It has been a crazy and busy summer/winter. Lot's of things have happened. One of the most exciting things we would like to share with you is that we are now being featured in the "Women Out West" (WOW) magazine. Founder, Susan Stoltz, published her first issue in April 2008. The idea? To bring the incredible women of the west out into the public eye. "Writers, ranchers, artists, musicians, business women and everyone in between". Since, fine writing is a focus in the journey of this magazine; it is obvious why Laurie Wagner Buyer was included. She is an author and editor and has received many acknowledgments and prizes for her works. When we were chosen to be featured in WOW magazine and that Laurie Wagner Buyer would be writing the article... We were astounded. What an absolute privilege! We have been working very hard, writing new songs, and trying to get our music out there and this is a wonderful and lucky chance that we hope you will all take the time to share with us!
Thank you to Susan Stolz for the opportunity to be featured and to Laurie Wagner Buyer for writing this fun article. Thank you also to those who gave such beautiful reviews of our work... WC Jameson; author, singer/songwriter of Llano, Texas, Abbey; Event manager from Luckenbach, Texas, John M. Greenberg; producer, singer/songwriter of Marble Falls, Texas and Mike Blakely; author, singer/songwriter of Buchanan Dam, Texas. We appreciate all the good fortune; and by that we mean... the fantastic friends we have made along the way.
To read the reviews please go to http://womenoutwestmag.com/content/music/
or order a subscription to receive your very own personal copy!
Thank you to Susan Stolz for the opportunity to be featured and to Laurie Wagner Buyer for writing this fun article. Thank you also to those who gave such beautiful reviews of our work... WC Jameson; author, singer/songwriter of Llano, Texas, Abbey; Event manager from Luckenbach, Texas, John M. Greenberg; producer, singer/songwriter of Marble Falls, Texas and Mike Blakely; author, singer/songwriter of Buchanan Dam, Texas. We appreciate all the good fortune; and by that we mean... the fantastic friends we have made along the way.
To read the reviews please go to http://womenoutwestmag.com/content/music/
or order a subscription to receive your very own personal copy!
This is no "April Fool's" joke... - April 1, 2008
Last year, ShAnnie played a private party at Stony Ridge Ranch, a beautiful B & B located in Hondo, Texas. Owners, Rollie and Steve Devlin were very gracious hosts. The food was divine and mounthwatering. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. This was truly a "Kodak moment".
In fact, the day of the event; Hallmark magazine was there covering a story on the Hill Country ranch. They photographed everything from the focaccia to the rolling hills; including ShAnnie.
So if you happen to be flipping through the pages of the latest Hallmark, you'll see ShAnnie there.
What a fun reminder of that very special day.
In fact, the day of the event; Hallmark magazine was there covering a story on the Hill Country ranch. They photographed everything from the focaccia to the rolling hills; including ShAnnie.
So if you happen to be flipping through the pages of the latest Hallmark, you'll see ShAnnie there.
What a fun reminder of that very special day.
Performing at the TMA's!!! - March 1, 2008
ShAnnie has just confirmed that they will be performing along with some incredible talent at this years Texas Music Awards. Hopefully, everyone will be able to come out to Palestine, Texas and join in this very special occasion.
For tickets to this event or to book a hotel please visit www.texasmusicawards.org The seating is limited and the show is expected to sell out, so hurry!
For tickets to this event or to book a hotel please visit www.texasmusicawards.org The seating is limited and the show is expected to sell out, so hurry!
Texas Music Awards Nominee!!! - February 1, 2008
Yes, thanks to family, friends & fans, ShAnnie was nominated for the Texas Music Awards 2008 Vocal Duo/Group of the Year.
They are in the company of some other great musicians, so it will be tough.... but ShAnnie appreciates your vote!
But wait! Not only did they make the ballot for Duo/Group... John M. Greenberg, ShAnnie's Producer, was also nominated for the Texas Music Awards 2008 Producer of the Year for ShAnnie; "Water Over Stones". So, don't forget to vote for John M. Greenberg too!
Voting begins February 4th through February 22nd.
Please place your vote at...
www.texasmusicawards.org
Thanks!!!
They are in the company of some other great musicians, so it will be tough.... but ShAnnie appreciates your vote!
But wait! Not only did they make the ballot for Duo/Group... John M. Greenberg, ShAnnie's Producer, was also nominated for the Texas Music Awards 2008 Producer of the Year for ShAnnie; "Water Over Stones". So, don't forget to vote for John M. Greenberg too!
Voting begins February 4th through February 22nd.
Please place your vote at...
www.texasmusicawards.org
Thanks!!!