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Dan Shanahan: About Dan

Whether playing with his band or performing solo, Dan's soulful voice carries us through a familiar yet edgy mix of acoustic based tunes. His debut CD, "Waiting on my Train," captures his unique musical textures and melodies, defining his style as a modern day troubadour. He sings a vivid story of love and personal identity, but also addresses big picture issues such as drug addiction and political oppression. On the heels of his CD release, Dan took his music to the road, playing everywhere from coffee shops to festivals to concert theatres, gaining new fans along the way. Dan's songs have caught the attention and have earned top awards by songwriting associations, notably New Day, Tonight, Ludus, Same Old Hate and the title track Waiting on my Train.