WOODY'S LIFE AND JOURNEY

Woody Bradshaw is "lightning in a bottle." A born performer, Woody's energy explodes on stage with his rockin' and electrifying country songs, yet he's the calm before the storm when he breaks into songs that illustrate a more multi-layered, serious side. He combines a country lyric with a melodic blend of country, pop, and rock. In some songs, he conveys the sense that he's a wild and rebellious spirit who shoots a grin at the challenges life can bring, showing an edgy yet playful side. His ballads elevate the women in his songs with a deep respect and love. Woody embodies a unique self assurance as a singer/songwriter. Woody's music is infectious. You can't wait to hear the next song. His album is hard to resist listening to over and over again.

Woody creates a buzz wherever he goes. People of all ages wait in line to meet him. They fall in love with his good looks and charismatic personality. These qualities are what landed him a label deal with Primoris Records/Universal on September 16, 2006, the single went for ads on reporting stations in February 2007 and the album is available online and will be in stores soon.

Born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, some of Woody's fondest memories are of family gatherings, singing with his brother at the piano, and driving around with his grandfather in a beat up truck listening to country music.

Woody's ability to be both athletic and artistic is indicative of the energy he exudes. He was an outstanding athlete, much like his father, whom Woody says characterized a combination of John Wayne and Clint Eastwood. On the other side, his mother, an English Literature and Drama teacher, encouraged his poetic interests through the music and lyrics of Jimmy Webb and the words of Robert Frost. Jimmy Webb would later play an instrumental roll in Woody's life.

After graduating from high school, Woody went to college on an athletic scholarship, discovered theater, and was accepted into the prestigious B.F.A. program at Florida State University. Acting provided another outlet for his creative expression.

As is typical for Woody, he set his sights high and went straight to New York City. Within three months, he landed a role on an ABC daytime drama. Shortly thereafter he caught the eye of the notable manager, Jerry Silverhardt, who was responsible for the discovery of Tom Cruise and the early career of Dylan McDermott. Jerry believed that Woody's success would also be on the big screen. After two years in New York City, Woody relocated to Los Angeles to pursue his film career. During a short period of time, he landed six national commercials and several television spots. It was during this time that Woody found out his childhood influence, Jimmy Webb, would be playing at the Roosevelt Hotel. "Seeing him was a defining moment in my life. I had always been a singer, but the writing was something that I hadn't discovered yet. When I opened that door to my emotions I knew I couldn't stop. Writing became my greatest passion, and the vision for something bigger started to grow". Woody decided to place a hold on his acting career so he could put his heart and soul into his music and moved to his current home in Nashville, Tennessee. He felt that Nashville fit the soul of his music. "It's a songwriter's community and I love that."

In the last few years Woody has been co-writing with established Music Row writers developing a style uniquely his own. With all of his talents in place, Woody now feels it is time to spread the fire to a larger audience. His current album Woody Bradshaw.Lightning in a Bottle was co-produced with Jeff Bryant (from the country band Ricochet) and Dennis Dearing. The title says it all!