Shane Hines CD Release Wednesday

After spending some time in Nashville, local singer/songwriter Shane Hines has returned with a new album that's a little more personal, a little more mature-sounding, and maybe even a little more country, than his previous efforts. All the Quiet, All the Chaos is well-thought out acoustic-flavored pop, with the occasional subtle notes of pop country arrangements.

Nashville's influence is noticeable on the slower country-tinged piano ballad “It’s Not Home,” with the swooping pedal steel and gorgeous harmonies on the big chorus. And the lead single "Leave It All Behind" is one tasty slice of catchy electric guitar pop. All the Quiet, All the Chaos is available on iTunes starting today, and Shane Hines has his CD release party at Jammin Java this Wednesday, November 10th at 7:30.

MP3: Leave It All Behind - Shane Hines

Angie's Back In Town

One of my favorite singer/songwriters is back in town (finally!) this Sunday, 10/11. Angie Aparo will be playing at IOTA w/ local singer/songwriter Shane Hines - who bears a slight resemblance to Aparo, since they both wear their heads clean-shaven. Anyway, Aparo's got an amazing voice, even if he most likely won't be playing with a full band. And Shane Hines can bring it, too. Check him out performing "Way Up" at the 9:30 Club here.