Artist description Shame has been creating its own brand of high energy rock combined with poignant songwriting for nearly five years. Each of the band members share a desire to create music which people of all ages can relate to and enjoy. The sincere lyrics are supported by catchy melodies and a distinct and dynamic songwriting style. These attributes have helped make Shame one of the most renowned original music acts in the area.

Musical Influences Tonic, Dave Matthews Band, Counting Crows

Similar Artists Wallflowers, Live, Matchbox 20

Artist History The members of Shame come from Reading, PA, and their average age is 22. They have achieved remarkable success with the release of four independent albums since 1996. Shame has performed regionally in the tri-state area of PA, MD, and DEL, and they also embarked upon a three week tour of northwestern England in the fall of 1997. In October of that same year Shame gave its first live television performance on the TV show, "12:30 Live" on WGAL-TV, Channel 8 from Lancaster, PA, performing the song "Half Awake". Amidst their travels, Shame has shared the stage with artists such as: Beth Hart, John Faye (the Caulfields), and the Badlees. Shame hopes to continue making music for many years to come and they each feel fortunate to have accomplished so much so early in their musical careers.

Group Members Peter Errich - lead vocals and guitar -- Brian Rutolo - drums, guitar, harmonica -- Mike Noecker - Lead guitar, keyboard, and vocals -- Keith Knowles - bass -- Roger Sinistri - manager

Instruments Lead, rythm, and bass guitar, drums, keyboard, harmonica

Albums Seeking Shelter, Shades of Grey, Pop 20, Late Last Night

Press Reviews "They possess the ability to write songs that people can relate to and feelings that can be attested for". "Voices" of the Reading Eagle - "Shame has established a reputation for writing songs with depth and a keen sense of melody". Reading Eagle/Times - "WAMA awards Shame's album, Shades of Grey, three out of a possible four stars. It shows exciting promise". WAMA

Location Reading, PA - USA

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