BIO
Shannon Chapman is a multifaceted neo-soul artist and producer making a unique impression on the Canadian music scene. Performance highlights in 2023 included full band concerts at the Dakota Tavern, BSMT254’s Next Wave Jazz Series, and the Markham Jazz Festival.
Her debut EP ‘Ebb & Flow’ (2020) and recent singles have drawn positive press and industry attention for her sophisticated approach to songwriting, arranging and production. A multi-instrumentalist, Shannon’s signature palette of sultry woodwinds, lush jazz harmony, smooth vocals, and laid-back grooves melt together to create a mellow and funky soundscape.
Unabashedly genuine, her style of storytelling is wistful and introspective. On ‘Ebb & Flow’, Shannon tastes the bitterness of bad habits and self-isolation. On her forthcoming EP ‘Playing Games’, a sweeter perspective emerges, embracing fresh starts, self-empowerment, and authenticity.
Shannon grew up in rural Manitoba, and is currently based in Toronto.
ABOUT
SHORT BIO
Shannon Chapman is a dynamic neo-soul musician drawing positive press and industry attention for her sophisticated approach to songwriting, arranging and production. Her signature palette of sultry woodwinds, lush jazz harmony, smooth vocals, and laid-back grooves melt together to create a mellow and funky soundscape. Shannon’s forthcoming EP ‘Playing Games’ embraces fresh starts, self-empowerment, and authenticity.
2024 coming up: The Painted Lady, the Rooftop Revue Series, Fresh Up Festival (Mills Hardware, Hamilton)
Previous: The TD Markham Jazz Festival, BSMT254 (Next Wave Jazz Series), the Dakota Tavern, YYZ Live, Play the Parks, the Toronto Flea, Sofar Sounds, The Drake Underground (as “Lazula”, support for Moonchild), The Gladstone Hotel, The Oud and the Fuzz, Alchemy Food & Drink, The Cameron House, The Junction City Music Hall, The Burdock Music Hall, The Paddock Tavern, Orchard Bar, Annette Studios, The Cavern Bar, Mây Cafe, The Handsome Daughter (Winnipeg), Sofar Sounds.
VENUES PLAYED
LINKS
MUSIC
PLAYING GAMES EP
Shannon is currently rolling out her second self-produced EP.
Collaborators:
Madeline Currie - Flugelhorn (Rain on Me)
Roman Riccio - Mastering (Rain on Me)
onray - Mixing and mastering (Blame It on the Moon, The First Move)
EBB & FLOW EP
Written, arranged, recorded, and produced by Shannon Chapman.
Collaborators:
Salvatore Paradise - Guitar (Walls, Piece of the Puzzle)
moon:and:6 - Mixing and mastering (EP)
VIDEOS
WALLS @ THE TD MARKHAM JAZZ FESTIVAL
August 2023
LIVE SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
Summer 2023
BAND @ THE DAKOTA TAVERN
July 2023
DUO @ CHAVETA COFFEE (SOFAR SOUNDS)
February 2023
w/ the BIG FAM JAM HOUSE BAND @ THE SUPERMARKET
November 2022
SOLO @ the HANDSOME DAUGHTER (WINNIPEG)
June 2022
REVIEWS, INTERVIEWS, & CO-SIGNS
“If you’re on the hunt for a track that grooves hard and vibes harder, “Rain on Me” needs a spot on your rotation. Shannon Chapman’s given us a whole vibe here, and it’s one hell of a trip.”
Ital Massive (Rain on Me)
“One of the most distinguishing features of Shannon’s music is her deeply introspective storytelling style.”
Conversations About Her (Rain on Me)
“Clean, open production. Delicious vocal arrangements. Overall impression is playful sophistication - the track gently leads my ear along with enough scene change surprises to keep me enthralled - including the ending!”
Lisa Patterson (Rain on Me)
“The world always seems a little brighter after rainfall, and Rain on Me will make you see your own life through those same rain-washed eyes.”
Lefuturewave (Rain on Me)
“…this refreshingly splendid tune titled "Rain on Me"… helps usher in an alluring vibe and soothing feeling similar to petrichor.”
EARMILK (Rain on Me)
“With Shannon Chapman’s captivating vocals and the lush, Neo-Soul production, the track immerses listeners in a world of emotional depth and sonic beauty.”
Modern Soulful Music Awards (Rain on Me)
“…the whole room spontaneously erupted into unbridled joy & astonishment during Shannon Chapman's track.”
Lisa Patterson (Blame It on the Moon)
“Can you tell us about the inspiration and message behind the catchy new track, 'The First Move’?”
“Shannon embodies a bold spirit and a candid demeanour…”
EARMILK (The First Move)
“… a soothing & sultry message of confidence…”
!earshot Distro (The First Move)
"With a sound that recalls classic neo-soul tracks, Blame It on the Moon transports you to another time and place.”
Lefuturewave (Blame It on the Moon)
“Shannon Chapman is an explosion of talent as a singer, songwriter and producer.”
Roadie Music (The First Move)
“Slow It Down” signifies an appealing artist climbing the independent music ladder - taking all of her past musical investments very seriously for the cause of soul.”
SoulTracks (Slow It Down)
“Shannon’s voice is so dynamic, she sounds captivating until the last note.”
Lefuturewave (Piece of the Puzzle)
“Shannon Chapman’s music is something else. Walls has it all. Start streaming the song as soon as possible!”
Lefuturewave (Walls)
“Congrats on the release of your video for ‘Piece of the Puzzle’. Can you tell us about the inspiration behind the song?”
PHOTOS
