The Hanshaws are a harmony-driven acoustic duo.

 Their self-titled CD garnered the duo a nomination as “Vocal Duo/Group of the Year” by the Academy of Texas Music at the 2008 Texas Music Awards, as well as an invitation to perform at the Award Show.  Songs from the CD have enjoyed air-play on local radio, as well as over seas.   Their recording of  “Ring of Fire” charted at #73 on the European Country Music Charts and remained on the charts for 12 weeks.  Their original song, “Robbin’ Trains,”  charted at #8 on the Roots Music Report in the “Pop Country” category, and also at #25 on the Roots Music Report under the “Texas Music” category.   The CD includes special guest performances by Redd Volkaert on Telecaster (Merle Haggard, Brad Paisley), Cindy Cashdollar on Dobro (Asleep at the Wheel, Van Morrison), and Larry Beaird on acoustic guitar (Rascal Flatts, Faith Hill, Brooks & Dunn).

 The duo has opened shows for many national artists including: Vern Gosdin, Mel McDaniel, Commander Cody, David Frizzell, Johnny Paycheck, Mickey Gilley, Johnny Lee, Sammi Smith, Dave Dudley, Jerry Reed, Moe Bandy and Joe “The King of the Strings” Maphis and his Wife Roselee Maphis.

 The Hanshaws can be found performing in the Houston and surrounding areas. 

 Visit David and Kelly at the following web sites:

 www.TheHanshaws.com

www.facebook.com/thehanshaws

www.reverbnation.com/thehanshaws

www.MySpace.com/thehanshaws