AN ANGEL IN GOD'S KINGDOM PASSED AWAY 4-3-09 THIS SITE WILL BE LEFT UP IN HIS MEMORY Brandon Lynn Shane Bio

Brandon Lynn Shane knew country music. Whether he was performing for this fans, writing songs, or producing the latest indie country music artists, he conveyed the heart and soul of country music. His music was modern and current, but he didn't abandon the sounds and traditions of country music to chase the latest fads. Brandon was raised in Texas, which influenced him greatly. Not only did the Texas music sound affect the music he created, but he also learned about country music from his father, Bob, who played in a country music band. Brandon followed in his father's footsteps, performing in bands and touring the nation. He became a seasoned stage veteran touring with or opening for several artists and bands including the Colt band out of Dallas, TX, Johnny Bush, Tony Booth, Hank Thompson, David Frizzell and Shelly West, Johnny Rodriquez, Ray Price, Ernest Tubb, Darrell McCall, John Wesley Ryles, Restless Heart, Travis Tritt, Larry Butler, Mel McDaniels, The Mason Dixon Band, John Anderson, Steve Wariner, Kenny Dale, Tanya Tucker, Fiddlin Frenchie Burke, and Red Stegall. He even headlined at Billy Bob's in Ft. Worth, Texas. Brandon was a prolific songwriter, having written thousands of songs in various styles including country (traditional and new), Gospel, and western swing. After winning the Tennessee Valley Vocalist of the Year award in 2002, Brandon decided to move to Nashville to focus on writing songs and producing indie country music artists. He regularly appeared at writers' venues like The Hall of Fame Club, The Sutlers, The French Quarter Café, and the Broken Spoke. In the producing world, Brandon was one of the hottest indie country music producers. His company, Mirror Image Productions, used some of Nashville's Top “A List” session pickers to produce music that was as good as any major label product. Brandon knew how to bring the best out of the artists he produced. Artists he produced include Darlene Marie McCoy, Melissa Cleveland, Nicole Nichols (Joe Nichols cousin), Jeff Smithart, Marie Hodson, and Natalie Logan. One of the truly good guys in the music industry, Brandon was dedicated to sharing his experiences with new and indie artists. He gave the artists he produced sound, solid advice and his dream was to pass that knowledge onto a larger audience. He was the co-founder of MuseRevolution.com and editor of MuseRevolution Magazine, which are both dedicated to helping indie country music artists and advancing independent country music. Brandon Lynn Shane embodied country music. He lived the life of a touring artist, he wrote thousands of songs, he produced a many indie country music artists, and has passed on the knowledge he gained in 35 years of experience in the country music industry. Good, honest people are hard to find in the music industry, but Brandon Lynn Shane was one of them and will be remembered. Updated Bio by Mary Duval MuseRevolution Staff Editor Remember Brandon Shane by lighting a candle The following link www.muserevolution.com Please feel free to leave a comment on the site.