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Shelly Rastin

About Me

There is no secret as to why Shelly Rastin continues to make her mark on the national music scene. However, there is a magic formula which continues to see this bonafide star win new fans from coast to coast. Timeless tunes, crossing over from rock to pop to country; an insatiable thirst for excelling in her craft; partnering with music superstars; displaying an unequaled work ethic – this is Shelly Rastin.
In 2001, Rastin initiated a songwriting and recording relationship with internationally-acclaimed music icon Randy Bachman (guitarist and founding member, The Guess Who & Bachman Turner Overdrive). The result of their collaboration? Music fans everywhere are overjoyed.
It’s a single entitled, Born in a Barn, that is turning heads Rastin’s way on Canadian radio right now. Born in a Barn (penned by Shelly Rastin and Darcy Corbett), a timeless tune twinning marvelous harmonizing with incredibly clever and cheeky lyrics, is production by country music hit maker Jason Barry. The follow up tracks to complete the album are well underway and will be available across Canada by late Spring 2008.
Rastin recently grabbed the international spotlight when she shared the bill with country superstar Keith Urban.
Star Magazine reported, “Nicole Kidman is traveling with new hubby Keith Urban on his new North American concert tour, but she is going to great lengths to stay out of the public eye and out of the camera lenses.” The magazine continued, “Kidman was so demanding of her personal space that Shelly Rastin, the singer who opened the show for Urban at the 20,000 strong Bayfest outdoor concert in (Sarnia) that borders the U.S. at Port Huron, Mich., said she couldn't even get to her trailer to change her clothes before she went on stage. It was too close to the newlyweds black Prevost tour bus.
A rare artist who appeals to fans of all genres – particularly in her crossover forté of rock/pop/country – Rastin has been on the receiving end of several awards: two-time Country Artist of the Year, London Music Awards; two-time Singer/Songwriter of the Year, Jack Richardson Music Awards, and 2 nominations at the Toronto Independent Music Awards – the list goes on.
Everything Shelly Rastin touches turns to gold. She has captured first place and many new fans at a number of showcases and TV appearances, ranging from local talent contests, TSN, CMT / Corus Radio Network Country Star Search, Ed McMahon's Next Big Star, Toronto's City TV's Breakfast Television, Rogers Cable and The A Channel, and she’s been a repeat featured act at Canadian Music Week.
When an artist has an opportunity to work with a legend like Bachman, that artist is naturally excited. In fact, Rastin has made a solid impression on Bachman, who states, "You are quite a successful role model for women in all areas. You have and maintain a great family, have a day job at London Life and have a career in music. I don't know how you manage it all but it's quite a template for other women."
So much talent. So many accolades in such a short time. Yet, the best is yet to come for Shelly Rastin. Keep your eyes and ears open…Rastin’s gonna’ rawk’ your countrified soul!
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Member Since: 8/22/2006
Band Website: shellyrastin.com
Band Members: Shelly Rastin - Vocals

Darcy Corbett - Bass Guitar - Back Up Vocals

Dennis Ryckman - Lead Guitar - Back Up Vocals

Greg Weir - Drums

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Sounds Like: Shelly has a her own unique sound, Give it a listen and see if you don't agree.
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My Blog

London Music Awards

Just a reminder, I would love your support for the London Music Awards, I am nominated in the Country/Bluegrass catagory...you can vote on my page by clicking on the pix or by following this link...
Posted by Shelly Rastin on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 03:43:00 PST

NEW SONG & Latest News!!

March, 2008 OK, so my trip to Nashville took place March 21-24 instead of in February...good thing it did too as the old ’in the right place at the right time’ happened to me while I was t...
Posted by Shelly Rastin on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:19:00 PST

Jack Richardson Music Awards!!

Hi everybody,       I am up for an award in the Fan Favorite(Original Artist or Band).  I would really appreciate your support...if you would like to vote please follow t...
Posted by Shelly Rastin on Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:16:00 PST

New Song!

     Sorry it has been so long since my last post, has been really busy, just posted the first little taste off the new album...a little acoustic ballad called "Hard To Say No...
Posted by Shelly Rastin on Wed, 30 May 2007 11:14:00 PST