Autobiographical Song Takes Listeners on the Road Journey of Her Life
NASHVILLE, TN (August 18, 2008) – Shawna Russell has released her new single to radio, “Should’ve Been Born With Wheels.” The song is available via physical single, and digitally at AirPlay Direct. It is also included on CDX Volume 456 and CD Tex Volume 69 (both September 1 issues).
“Should’ve Been Born With Wheels” is the second release from the Oklahoma singer-songwriter’s critically acclaimed CD, Goddess. Russell has been praised by Nashville’s top music critic, Robert K. Oermann, along with Country Weekly, Maverick Magazine, Country Stars Online, The Oklahoman newspaper and many other publications, and music business insiders from around the world are predicting that she will become a major star.
Russell grew up in an environment that nurtured dreams and she carries on a family dream that was started by her father, Keith, and her uncle, Tim, when they began playing professionally nearly thirty years ago. Russell first started singing as a child, and by age 13 she was performing regularly. At 17, she went on the road full time, working and honing her skills at some of America’s top clubs, casinos, and concert venues, where she presently continues to build her fan base and her notoriety.
And the family franchise goes on - her father plays guitar in her band, and her uncle plays bass, produces, co-manages, and is the founder of her record label, Way Out West Records. Together, the three co-wrote the new single.
Recorded in Oklahoma City, “Should’ve Been Born With Wheels” features famed L.A. drummer, Russ Kunkel, whose sterling credits include James Taylor, Carly Simon and Stevie Nicks; David Santos, bassist for Elton John, Billy Joel, and currently with John Fogerty; and guitarist, Jon Conley, who has graced the stage with Wynonna, LeAnn Rimes and others. Russell’s powerful and passionate vocals were engineered by Grammy-winning Julian King – whose work with Tim McGraw and Faith Hill has helped propel them to superstardom. The track was mixed by Emmy and Grammy award recipient, Nathaniel Kunkel, in Los Angeles, between projects with The Police and Diana Ross.
“Should’ve Been Born With Wheels” opens with a crunchy rockin’ guitar riff - then the drums and a punchy B-3 organ kick in and it chugs along like a rollicking road show. Russell delivers a powerful and knowing vocal that demands attention:
You know ever since I was a baby girl - Had a feeling down deep inside
I had to get out and see the world - Even though I couldn’t drive
I knew I’d find a way if only in my mind
Well it must have been curiosity - At the heart of my desire
Roaming was my destiny – Time only fueled the fire
‘Til I felt the rubber burnin’ off my tires
So I’m packed up and ready to roll – It’s the only way I know
I gotta keep movin’ on - ‘Cause I can’t stand still
Should’ve been born with wheels
In regard to the song, Russell states: “From an early age, I have had the luxury of being able to travel and make music for a living. This has always been such an important part of my life. So naturally, I wanted to give my listeners a peek into the events that have impacted both my life and my career.”
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