Artist description Sheltered Reality is a percussion based pop band. All music is dedicated to raising awareness of social problems such as poverty and homelessness. The band has at least 4 percussionists, depending on the song and concert location, two female and one male singer, guitar and keyboards.

Music Style Pop and rock fused with percussion

Musical Influences Madonna, Gloria Estefan, Sheila E, 311

Similar Artists Madonna, Gloria Estefan, any female pop sound

Artist History Sheltered Reality began its musical mission in 1998 and has just released its 2nd full length CD of original music. All music is written, performed, and produced by the founding member and our three vocalists. Over the past two years, the band has played in many parts of the country at homeless awareness events, conferences, fundraisers, and school-awareness events. With the release of the new CD, the goal of the band is to partner with and play state conferences in all 50 states.

Group Members Steve Schlosser-Percussion, Drums, Keyboards, Founding member Jane Samsal-Lead Vocals Rachel McVey-Lead Vocals Jodie Hueling-Keyboards and Piano Eric Peterson-Lead Vocals and Percussion Ryan Shaw-Drums and Percussion Zack McVey-Drums Thomas Behne-Drums and Percussion Keegan Dowling-Guitar Dustin Baker-Bass Guitar Justin Johnson-Bass Guitar Jamie Huett-Drums and Percussion Josh Zeman-Drums and Sound Engineer

Instruments Yamaha Drums, Zildjian Cymbals, Pro-Mark Sticks, Gibralter Hardware, Pearl Pedals, Hardware & Drums, TOCA percussion, Roland Keyboards, Peavey Amps & Guitars

Albums RID-RexIs Dead (1st album), No Place Like Home (2nd), Yet Untitled Live Album Released 2/01

Press Reviews "The impact of this group is totally awesome" (Michael Stoops, director field projects, National Homeless Coalition, Washington D.C.)"Their ministry in song brought to us the despair of homelessness and gave us new energy" (Barbara McNab, program coordinator for Mid-Columbia Community Action Council, Salem, OR)"Sheltered Reality has helped people get a better insight of how homeless people stuggle to survive on the streets and what kinds of resources might be helpful. This is music with an important message." (Kathy Reid, Director Texas Homeless Network)

Additional Info Several percussionists are under 18 years old.

Location West Branch, IA - USA

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