"Headshine’s rise from bonfires and beer to the House of Blues with legendary acts can be summed up by one piece of advice..." The World Famous KROQ

New record coming Summer 2013

New record by Headshine “Take It Easy” will be released this summer. One of the new songs “Diamond in the Sun” written by RAS and produced by Jim Perkins features KROQ rapper Big B. “Diamond in the Sun” by Headshine is also being featured on Big B’s new album “Fools Gold” that drops July 2013 and features guests: Dirty Heads, P!nk, Slightly Stoopid, Colt Ford and more.

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Bio: Mixing acoustic coastal-rock and a feel-good vibe, HEADSHINE takes you on a free-spirited ride up the coast with a sound track of life, love and the space between. In 2009, a song that RAS wrote, sang and played on acoustic guitar caught the ear of producer Jim Perkins (Big B, Scott Russo, Cisco Adler, Kaleo of Pepper, Everlast). Jim showed the one-take demo to his business partner along with some other close friends in the music industry. For some reason, they wanted to hear more.

With a touch of reggae and California sunshine, the Huntington Beach singer/songwriter has cultivated a surfer/acoustic sound called HEADSHINE; and it's what happens when something comes alive inside and begins to radiate. One moment you're singing along and the next thing you know you're at a show rockin' a shaker, or crowd surfing with a bunch of good friends. Listen to the music and your head will shine.

The debut record "Better Things" by Headshine recently caught the attention of CBS radio. "Headshine, create music which conjures up these quintessential California moments with warm-bodied Latin acoustics, Bob Marley-inspired reggae riffs, persuasive percussion, and a fearless fader scratching that gives their sound an understated edge. Much like the typical native Californian, Headshine is a musical mosaic of melodies effortlessly melting into each other, supported by luminous lyrics prompting the listeners towards self-compassion and positive action. This sound transmuted into feeling is the kind of experience that has prompted many a youthful daydreamer into finding their own dreams with the peaceful churn of the Pacific Ocean as their soundtrack." -KROQ

Word of mouth kick-started the Huntington Beach artist toward the national stage and now Headshine is traveling cross country, and opening for iconic artists such as Ziggy Marley, Jamaican reggae legends The Wailers, England's renown English Beat, pop-punk’s Less Than Jake, the national rock band Lit, The Supervillians, Sashamon, and Al Anderson's Original Wailers.

From stripped-down acoustic shows to main stage concerts and festivals, Headshine is also growing in the college market with performances at Southern Illinois University, Whitworth University in Spokane Washington, Idaho State University, UC Davis, Fresno State University, Cal State University Dominguez Hills, Cal State University Northridge, San Diego State University, Cal State University Fullerton, Cal State University Long Beach. The debut iTunes release titled: Better Things became a local favorite on 91X, Sophie103.7, 102.1 KPRI, 92.9 KJEE, and Headshine has also performed events with 93.3 KTCL, X107.5 KXTE and 94.1 KSLG in Humboldt.

Headshine was nominated by the 2013 OC Music Awards and was just interviewed by KROQ after wrapping up a US tour including some tour dates opening for Ziggy Marley, The Original Wailers, and The English Beat. Headshine recently headlined the Morro Bay Beer Festival, Hops in Humboldt, and the grand opening of Villa San Juliette Vineyard hosted by TV producers Ken Warwick / Nigel Lythgoe. Headshine also performed live on television at Sundance Film Festival and was featured in a new commercial by Metrolink. Headshine is now finishing a new record with producer Jim Perkins and has a bunch of shows coming up, so feel free to add a comment and let us know what you think on Facebook, Twitter, or Tumblr.

2013 Tour Dates:- Get Tickets / More Info

• Nov 18 @ House of Blues Anaheim (w/ Bob Marley's Original Wailers)

• Dec 29 @ StillWater, Dana Point (Singer/Songwriter of the Month)

• Jan 5 Singer/Songwriter of the Month @ StillWater, Dana Point

• Jan 12 @ StillWater, Dana Point (Singer/Songwriter of the Month)

• Jan 18, 2013 @ Hennesseys, Las Vegas Nevada (w/ Savagekat)

• Jan 19, 2013 Sundance Film Festival @ Silver Star, Park City Utah

• Jan 20 @ Gracies, Salt Lake City, Utah (Reggae Sundays)

• Jan 26 @ StillWater, Dana Point (w/ Krooked Treez)

• Feb 2 Singer/Songwriter of the Month @ StillWater, Dana Point

• Feb 3 @ Private Event, Redondo Beach

• Feb 5, 2013 OC Music Awards @ Tiki Bar, Costa Mesa CA

• Feb 13, 2013 @ Cal State University Dominguez Hills

• Feb 14 @ Private Event, Huntington Beach

• Feb 16 Singer/Songwriter of the Month @ StillWater, Dana Point

• Feb 23 @ StillWater, Dana Point (Singer/Songwriter of the Month)

• March 2, 2013 @ Festival of Whales kickoff hosted by Metrolink

• March 9 @ StillWater, Dana Point (w/ Better Chemistry)

• March 13 Private Event hosted by UFC Champ Rich Franklin, Dana Point

• March 16 @ StillWater, Dana Point (w/ Los Sindicate)

• March 20, 2013 @ Cal State University Long Beach, CA

• March 23 @ 55th Annual Parade kickoff hosted by Metrolink

• March 23 Singer/Songwriter of the Month @ StillWater, Dana Point

• March 30 @ StillWater, Dana Point (Singer/Songwriter of the Month)

• April 6 Singer/Songwriter of the Month @ StillWater, Dana Point

• April 12 @ Angels Baseball Game kickoff hosted by Metrolink

• April 13 @ StillWater, Dana Point (Singer/Songwriter of the Month)

• April 14 Rock n' Reggae Sundays @ StillWater, Dana Point

• April 18 @ Private Event in Vista, California

• April 20 Reggae Night @ StillWater, Dana Point (w/ Natty Vibes)

• April 23 @ Daou Vineyards in Paso Robles (Private Event)

• April 23 @ Frog & Peach in San Luis Obispo (w/ The Easy Leaves)

• April 24 @ Private Event at Daou Vineyards in Paso Robles

• April 25 @ Daou Vineyards in Paso Robles (Private Event)

• May 4 @ StillWater, Dana Point (Singer/Songwriter of the Month)

• May 5 Cinco De Mayo @ Sol Cocina in Newport Beach CA

• May 11 Singer/Songwriter of the Month @ StillWater, Dana Point

• May 17 @ 31st Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival at Villa San Juliette

• May 18 @ Palms Casino, Las Vegas Nevada (9th Annual Reggae Pool Party)

• May 19 @ 31st Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival at Chronic Cellars

• May 23 Reggae Night @ Beachfront 301 in Huntington Beach CA

• June 8 @ Metrolink Event in Santa Ana CA

• June 14 @ House of Blues Anaheim

• July 12 @ House of Blues Anaheim

• August 1 Napa Summer Concert Series @ Somerston Vineyards, Yountville

• August 2 Friday Night Live Concert Series @ La Condesa in Napa CA

• August 4 @ Pyrenees Vineyard, Myrtle Creek Oregon

• August 7 @ Oregon State University, Corvallis OR (Summer Concert Series)

• August 8 @ Six Rivers Brewery, Mckinleyville CA (Reggae Night)

More tour dates + new record coming soon!

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Debut CD "Better Things" by Headshine

Better Things

High On Life

One Spark

Devil In My Bed

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• Ras backstage with Grammy-nominated Al Anderson (Original Guitarist for Bob Marley and the Wailers)

• Headshine on tour with Ziggy Marley

• Ras backstage with Dave Wakeling from The English Beat

National Press / Media: More Reviews

"Headshine realize their dreams with chill, acoustic “Cali” rock. After being nominated for Best Acoustic Band for the OC Music Awards last year, Headshine embarked on a massive tour around the country which culminated with a show with The Wailers." KROQ

Ever tried catching an overhead wave without paddling? Well if you're feelin' lucky, we got a few words for you... "vaya con dios". US Open surf champ Brett Simpson makes the impossible look easy while shooting through a tube in Mexico. Check out “Simpo’s No-Paddle Pit” video featuring new music by Headshine on Surfline that received over 125,000 views.

"The only thing more fun than riding Metrolink is the new music video about riding Metrolink. A song written by Headshine, one of Orange County's most popular local bands, "Catch a Ride on Metrolink" is an acoustical groove on the good vibes of taking the train. It features popular OC destinations near the Metrolink line, and even explains how to ride.” Watch the new commercial from OCTA

"Mental states eased, the crowd was ready to sway as the opening band (and OC natives) Headshine hit the stage. This four-guy band had a laidback vibe and definitely did a great job of warming up the room for the Wailers with songs like, "Better Things" and "One Spark" OC Weekly