SHAWN MICHAEL PERRY

SHAWN MICHAEL PERRY has taken the multi - hyphenate to new heights. This singer, songwriter, actor, educator, and activist was born to Southern California into indigenous heritage his mother, of Panamanian/ Mayan ancestry) Shawn has embraced his culture,past and present with an eye to the future. Shawn first came to the public's attention through his acting skills. He has appeared in films as diverse as LAST of THE MOHICANS to WILD BILL and television productions such as MURDER SHE WROTE and CBS after school special MY INDIAN SUMMER. His stage credits include the highly acclaimed production of GHOST DANCE at Los Angeles Actors Gang Studio. In 2009 Shawn played CHEIF NEAWAH, in "SO FAR FROM SCIOTO", at the acclaimed Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. An Indian Initiative to include the histories of the native peoples in the 18th century. In October 2010, Shawn is featured in The "Ad Council Commercial", (a President Obama initiative) on Fatherhood which will run for a year. Shawn has been a member of SAG and AFTRA for over 30 years. SHAWN MICHAEL PERRY & ONLY THE BRAVE a power pop, country, funk, rock band that performs original music and brings an exciting attitude to the stage! This band is as diverse as they come. The band is fronted by Shawn Michael Perry who shares the stage with a group of the hottest musicians. They offer an exciting, energizing show that delivers tight and rigorous compositions with impeccable musicianship. Shawn Michael Perry has taken the multi -hyphenate to new heights. This singer, songwriter, actor, educator, activist was born into indigenous heritage in Southern California. The strength of his music and beauty of his words is enhanced by producer Alessandro Del Vecchio on Shawns new Album Brave. Shawn has opened for and shared the bill with Redbone...Badlands...Jeff Healy Band , Bare Naked Ladies