Shoushane + Musician in Portland, OR

SEEKING

ABOUT

I'm seeking to join a band as a vocalist, I can also play rhythm guitar (acoustic & electric)

I'm a singer-songwriter. When perform solo I mostly play acoustic guitar and sing. I've been in a couple of rock/blues cover bands as a lead singer and rhythm guitarist. I play covers and originals. I like all kinds of music. I play the songs that range from pop, r&b, blues, alternative, classic rock, modern country, and folk/rootsy stuff.

I'm writing new songs, taking guitar lessons to enhance my skills, and taking beginner drum lessons.

I am familiar with sound engineering, recording/mixing/mastering, photography, and video. I have a home recording studio. I am a software engineer by day. And when not working or playing music I am active in local organizations that serve the community.

I am not a smoker, so not fond of breathing secondhand smoke. I drink socially and responsibly. No substance issues.

You can find me on social media under Shoushane or ShoushaneMusic.

Screen name:

Shoushane

Member since:

Jul 28 2014

Active within 1 week

Level of commitment:

Very Committed

Years playing music:

45

Tend to practice:

2-3 times per week

Influences

I don't know how much these artists influence my writing, playing, or singing, but when I was growing up I really liked Roberta Flake, Phoebe Snow, Natalie Cole, Carol King, Bonnie Raitt, Peabo Bryson and Donnie Hathaway. More recently I like Corinne Bailey Rae, India Arie, Adele, Ruthie Foster, Jill Scott, and Lauren Daigle. Guitar-wise, I'm absolutely in love with the playing and musical choices of Ruthie Foster and Gary Clark Jr.

Instrument experience:

Vocalist:

Advanced

Rhythm Guitar:

Moderate

Acoustic Guitar:

Moderate

Bass Guitar:

Beginner

Drums:

Beginner

EQUIPMENT

I have everything I need to gig.

MUSIC