Album Notes

From a very early age, Shawn Dodd has always known, that singing and performing country music was the thing he wanted most. Born in Austin and then raised in East Texas Shawn grew up in a family that embraced all musical styles but was strongly rooted in country music. His father played guitar and performed for audiences in festivals and at picnics. He often played at home while the family sat around and sang along. It was here that Shawn developed the natural gift of song and a base to grow from. Shawn got his start in music singing the Opry Circuit, from Grapevine, Wylie, down to the Georgetown Opry. He has represented the Fort Worth Songwriter's Association at the "Star Spangled 4th" in Garland, TX as well as other festivals. Shawn regularly performs at the Cowtown Rodeo in the Ft. Worth Stockyards and has competed in the "Colgate Country Showdown", where he was a state finalist in 2003. Since it's release, Shawn's debut album, "State of Mind" has received much praise, including national airplay via the "Lia Show's 15 seconds of Fame", and a 2004 Terry Award nomination for Album of the Year. Currently getting airplay in East Texas, the Hill Country, and Oklahoma, Shawn hopes to continue bringing country music to his fans with his contemporary style and traditional sound. It is his wish to make music that people identify with and that moves them. He is currently writing songs for his next album, and will hit the road in early 2005 to promote "State of Mind".