Shawn J. Teixeira started his music career in 1985 when he first heard the 12" single "All Night" by Trinere of Jam Packed records. The beat, music, powerful vocals and awesome samples hooked him into becoming a DJ. Which opened a whole new world into the underground dance/club music scene. As a huge fan, Shawn (living on the Island of Guam at the time) mailed a personal letter to Trinere, how her music changed his life. Three weeks later, Shawn received her debut Album and a catalog of Jam Packed record releases. Needless to say, all his friends were shocked! Shawn then ordered every single on that list. After spinning records for over ten years and with the encouragement of his friends, Shawn decided to try his hand at writing/programming his own songs.
My first musical influence was the whole crew of Jam Packed records. Trinere, Debbie Deb, Pretty Tony, Freestyle, 911 & Fastlane. Then came Stevie B, Sweet Sensation, Cover Girls, Judy Torres, Expose, Sa-Fire, Latin Rascals. My musical interest started curving from Freestyle/latin hip hop towards Euro pop. Book Of Love, Depeche Mode, Pet Shop Boys and the Group that has been at the top of my list for the past 15 years and is still a huge influence and encouragement is "ERASURE"! The programming of Vince Clark combined with the vocals of Andy Bell, along with their flawless arrangements and how their lyrics compliment the music. When I grow up, I want to be just like them! ;-)~
Shawn Teixeira is also a published author. His book titled "Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep" is an Autobiography of his childhood. The abuse he and his siblings have suffered, and how the system set up to protect abused children failed. His book is extremely detailed and graphic as to the events that took place. Shawn urges every one to not turn their backs when they know of or see a child being abused and to call the proper authorities to help such children. Though the topic of his book is hard to stomach. His book is an inspirational story of over coming the emotional struggles of being extremely tortured. To purchase a copy, go to www.booksurge.com search by Author: Shawn Teixeira or Title: Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep.
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