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Backbone Slide
Powered by the robust vocals of American-born Shaun Williamson (originally from Atlanta, Georgia, USA), Backbone Slide is a German rock band with a dynamic line-up. The group features Oliver Güttinger on guitar, Kai Portolano also on guitar, Oli Nova on drums, and Frank Schrafft on bass.

Backbone Slide's journey was significantly influenced by the former Rolling Stones manager/producer Andrew Loog Oldham, drawing considerable attention from the press early in their career. The band's sincere emulation of a rock sound reminiscent of the Small Faces and Led Zeppelin resonated positively with critics, particularly after the launch of their self-titled debut album in 1995 under the European label, Mausoleum Records.

The album was produced and engineered by industry veteran Ed Miller, known for his work with the Black Crowes, 38 Special, and Georgia Satellites. Shaun Williamson's traditional rock English lyrics enhanced the album's potential, erasing linguistic barriers for international markets.

Post-Backbone Slide, Williamson continued to make waves in the music industry, collaborating with the Sunnyland Blues Band and King Karma.

BACKBONE SLIDE

THE ONLY ONE

THAT'S WHAT DREAMS ARE FOR

Unknown Album (3/3/2011 12:09:40 AM)

State of Mind (Demo)

Reaction to Action (Demo) W/ Shelly Bonet

Good Thing (Demo)

Backbone Slide - House Of Thunder

Backbone Slide - Cold Hearted

Original songs with members of The Atlanta Rhythm Section

Unknown album (9/24/2021 10:45:11 AM)

Me & My Monkey

Hell To Pay

Killing Ground

Breath

Downhill Run

Midnight Train

Should've known Better

Shaun Williamson is a multi-talented vocalist and songwriter who has spent over four decades in the entertainment industry. He has performed and recorded with some of the biggest names in music, including The Atlanta Rhythm Section, The Mystic Orchestra, and King Karma. He has also contributed to projects by James Brown, Justin Hayward, and many others. His powerful and soulful voice has been featured on numerous recordings, including commercial jingles for Mercedes Benz, The Atlanta Hawks, The Atlanta Falcons, and Miller Beer.
Williamson is not just a performer; he is also a highly respected voice coach and session singer. He has worked with numerous “Triple threat kids” and young adults in Los Angeles, as well as legendary artists, including Glenn Hughes of Deep Purple and Billy Griffin of The Miracles. 
He has also served as a private martial arts and self-defense coach to high-profile clients such as Tom Hanks, Sugar Ray Leonard Jr., and the children of Hollywood insiders Steven Spielberg and Jon Favreau. In addition, he has served as Director of A&R and a founding shareholder for a global platform for emerging artists and music development and distribution. He also served as SVP of Artist Development and A&R for BuTown Entertainment, a production company and record label affiliated with Universal Music Group in Los Angeles.


Currently based in Las Vegas, Williamson performs in the award-winning musical Raiding the Rock Vault and is also performing with various projects locally playing corporate and private events. He continues to be an active and influential figure in the entertainment industry, known for his powerful voice, artistic talent, and dynamic personality.
He also creates digital art and is planning to make it commercially available in the future. He is the personal manager/movie agent for world champion heavyweight boxer Carlos Takam who is appearing in the upcoming SONY film "BIG GEORGE FOREMAN" as Joe Frazier, and African actor Dupree Koual. In addition, he is a certified sports nutritionist and fitness coach, holds a black belt in judo, and enjoys appearing in movies from time to time.

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