A child of adoptive parents, Shane found his way into his first family in July of 1971. Growing up in a family as an adoptee left Shane with the burning question "In whom do I find my identity?"
Spurred on by his love of music, Shane explored these questions while performing with several bands including About A Day. With his characteristic exuberance and "everyman" qualities, Shane contributed thought provoking, deep lyrics that were accessible to all audiences.
In his latest project, Shane explores the topic of adoption from his very personal experience. Elements of longing for acceptance, desire to establish an identity, coupled with a real sense of peace that comes only from above, pervade the new lyrical verse entitled "Orphan Found". The depth of feeling and the joy of this story carry you from beginning to end of this amazing piece. He aims to make you laugh, break your heart, and let you take a glimpse of the pure joy that he has found in his search for his true Father.
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01.
Coming into View I: Discovering New Surroundings
02.
Chosen
03.
Full But Lonely
04.
Leaving My Seat at the Table
05.
Trickle Down
06.
Coming into View II: Encircling Arms of the Father
07.
See What He Sees
08.
Orphan Found
09.
Parts as One
10.
Pauper's Unfulfilled
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Coming into View III: Gazing Down on Golden Streets
Orphan Found| Posted June 18, 2008
The lead singer, Shane, has two other projects besides Orphan Project and this one is no less amazing. This is great progressive rock here complete with pianos, violins, cellos, a choir, and more that flow together so very smoothly. To top it off, Shane has an amazing, passionate voice perfect for the heavy tracks like 'Orphan Found' and the first track as well as the phenominal, brooding 'Full and Lonely' and 'Coming Into View III'. The former of which has an excellent piano that eventually leads way into a powerful guitar riff used through the rest of the song. Make no mistake though, there's some heavy riffs here. The mix of styles and tempos are spread out about as good as possible to create some excellent continuity as well. Some albums can fall apart with bad track placement, or in this case, be built up by it.
This album is somewhat of a concept album covering the subject of being an orphan and finding one's identity. It truly is an emotional ride that can really create a connection between the listener and the band. Every song is dripping with passion and atmosphere and it's easy to see this is a heartfelt subject for Shane. Orphan Found is one underground Christian release that must be owned by anyone looking for more substance than the radio tends to give.
Gems of this album are: 'Coming Into View III: Gazing Down on Golden Streets', 'Full and Lonely', 'Orphan Found'
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