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SHANE COOLEY "WHIRLPOOL" : Review by Sam McDonald, The Daily Press
Overview: A William and Mary student takes a creative step forward on this new collection of rock originals.
Backstory: Cooley, who grew up on Virginia's Northern Neck, has been writing and recording his own songs since age 13. For almost as long, he's been doggedly chasing a career in rock music. Now, at age 20, he's in college and still pushing for an artistic and commercial breakthrough. On "Whirlpool," his creative partnership with bassist and producer Stewart Myers continues to bear fruit.
Highlights: "Ides of March," which recalls Americana favorite Ryan Adams; the sarcastic "Indie Rocker;" "Speed of Life," a grooving rock song built around honest emotion.
For fans of: Wallflowers, Ryan Adams, Matchbox Twenty
Sam's take: Cooley's enthusiasm has always been infectious, but his artistic reach has sometimes exceeded his grasp. Several songs on "Whirlpool" suggest a bright future, though. "Speed of Life," for example, is a winner and his strongest track yet.
"Shane Cooley has a positive outlook and drive that will take him where he wants to go," said songwriter/producer Steve Bassett. That pretty much sums up Shane's quest to make a difference with his music since he was 13 years old, hundreds of songs ago. Shane's dedication has produced 6 self recorded and 5 studio albums that have caught the attention of radio, TV, internet, press and a growing fanbase, making him a compelling and distinctive artist.
On his rise, Shane improves his craft with every song. He has learned how to succeed while still exhibiting enthusiasm, class and integrity, learning how to get along with all types in all sorts of environments, presenting himself in a confident but not cocky way.
Shane Cooley is a unique, emerging artist that is hard to pigeon hole, with comparisons to Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Ryan Adams, Neil Young, and James Taylor. He has shared the stage with headliners such as Bruce Hornsby, Carbon Leaf, Tim McGraw, Joan Jett, The Blue Man Group, OK Go, Los Lonely Boys and Sugar Ray. Shane extensively tours, while a student at the College of William & Mary, as his dedication accellerates him along the road to success.
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