Local folk musician Shawn Zuke and renowned bassist Milo Matthews have collaborated to bring forth an elegant blend of folk, funk, rock, country, and soul to spread their message of unity, peace, and celebration.  With their combined musical influences of Rush, Seal, Natalie Merchant, and Lucinda Williams, Earthshine has developed a truly original voice, which can be appreciated by all.

Shawn Zuke released her first solo album, “Of The Light,” in 2003.  She has since toured and performed with the Lush Butterflies, Lili McGovern, and Kim Acuna, whose tours brought her to California, Mexico, Arizona, New Mexico, and of course her native Alaska.  Shawn is a member of several other musical acts, including the Freemadonnas and the Moonbellies. 

Milo Matthews began his music career as a busker in the subways of Boston, Massachusetts.  Well-known for his mastery of the electric bass, Milo has performed with several bands, including the Danny Godinez Band and Salem, both of which have garnered a faithful following throughout Alaska and the Pacific Northwest.  Milo is currently the subject of a documentary titled Milo aka: Street Musician by New England Film Productions, which is set for release in spring of 2006.  Milo has released several solo albums, most recently “Milo,” and is soon to release his sixth solo album, “Miles of Eva.”

Shawn and Milo combine their mastery of several instruments with that of other fine local musicians to form an act that is perpetually evolving.  With Earthshine, the only constant in this ever-changing music project is that the audience is guaranteed to have a great time.  Like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get, you only know that it’s going to be sweet!