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Seabird CD Giveaway!

Ohio rockers Seabird just released their debut album last month entitled 'Til We See the Shore. Aaron Morgan (vocals, keys) and his brother Ryan Morgan (guitar) along with Chris Kubik (bass), and Aaron Hunt (drums) round out the alt rock formation. The band began on the music scene with their debut EP Spread Your Broken Wings and Try and were quickly picked up by EMI after a personal showcase for the label. However, the band decided to go with indie record label Credential Records a year later and has remained with them ever since.

Soul Shine is giving away 3 copies of Seabird's debut album to 3 fortunate readers this month.

To enter, tell us what year Seabird formed as a band.

Sorry contest is closed..

Brooke Fraser CD Giveaway!

New Zealand singer-songwriter Brooke Fraser has just released her sophomore album in North America entitled Albertine and Soul Shine is giving 3 readers a chance to win a copy!

Fraser writes with powerful clarity on social justice and the human condition. The title track of the album was inspired by her trip to Africa walking through the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and finding hope in the story of an orphan girl Albertine, whose story shows mercy still exists, having been rescued by a member of the opposing tribe during the genocide.

To enter, tell us which popular rock worship band Fraser often performs with around the world.

Sorry contest is closed.

Indiana Jones CD Giveaway!

One of the major blockbusters ushering in summer 2008 is Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. The release of the soundtrack marks a beginning to a new adventure for the much loved classic film series with the many sounds of the adventure to the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. The soundtrack features an original score composed by Academy Award winner John Williams and is sure to have listeners reliving the adventure from the big screen. Soul Shine has 1 copy of the exclusive soundtrack for one fortunate reader. To enter, please tell us another film series that actor Harrison Ford was in where John Williams composed the score.

We have our winners! Janet Hosokawa of Victoria, BC; thanks for playing!

Brooke Fraser CD Giveaway!

New Zealand singer-songwriter Brooke Fraser has just released her sophomore album in North America entitled Albertine and Soul Shine is giving 3 readers a chance to win a copy! Fraser writes with powerful clarity on social justice and the human condition. The title track of the album was inspired by her trip to Africa walking through the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide and finding hope in the story of an orphan girl Albertine, whose story shows mercy still exists, having been rescued by a member of the opposing tribe during the genocide. To enter, tell us which popular rock worship band Fraser often performs with around the world.

We have our winners! Heather Jacobson of Guelph, ON, Wayne Yuzik of Saskatoon, SK, and Cory Fillion of Winnipeg, MB; thanks for playing!

Jamie Lidell CD Giveaway!

UK soul singer Jamie Lidell is releasing his fourth LP this year after receiving attention from his previous album Multiply when the title track was used in Grey’s Anatomy and on the show's second soundtrack. Lidell has been called everything from a "restless sonic scientist" who uplifts by bringing back the soul of the likes of Stevie Wonder and Otis Redding, to producing his own grit and gusto with his powerful vocals. Soul Shine is giving 3 fortunate winners a chance to win a poster and copy of Jamie Lidell’s latest CD JIM. To enter, tell us what city Lidell is from in England.

We have our winners! Kelly DeCaluwe of London, ON, Dan Wishart of Delta, BC, and Jennifer Atherton of Kitchener, ON; thanks for playing!

Clay Aiken CD Giveaway!

North Carolina pop star Clay Aiken has just released his fourth album On My Way Here this month and Soul Shine is giving 3 readers a chance to win a copy! On My Way Here will be Aiken’s first album of original songs since 2003’s Measure of a Man. The album chronicles the past 5 years of Aiken’s singing career from the second season of American Idol to pop superstardom. Aiken said the message of the lyrics in this album, how the lessons we learn while growing up shape us into who we will become as adults, struck a deep chord with the artist that has come across beautifully on On My Way Here. To enter, tell us what role Aiken played on Broadway in Monty Python’s Spamalot this year.

We have our winners! Madelena Pedersen of Edmonton, AB, Kirstin Crabtree of Dartmouth, NS, and David Filax of Waterdown, ON; thanks for playing!

P.O.D. CD Giveaway!

California based hard rockers P.O.D. are back with their original line up and ready to rock. After garnering critical acclaim with such albums as 1999’s The Fundamental Elements of Southtown and 2001’s Satelitte featuring such hit singles as “Youth of a Nation”, “Alive”, and “Boom”, the band is gearing up to unleash their latest release When Angels and Serpents Dance in stores on April 8, 2008. Soul Shine is giving away 3 copies of When Angels and Serpents Dance to three fortunate readers. To enter, name the member of P.O.D. who is returning to the band.

We have our winners! Rick Bowser of Portage la Prairie, MB, John Kweens of Churchbridge, SK, and Marsha Hillier of Grand Bank, NL; thanks for playing!

Hawk Nelson CD Giveaway!

Canadian rockers Hawk Nelson are currently on their Green T Tour to support the upcoming release of their latest album, Hawk Nelson is My Friend. Jason Dunn, frontman for the band says of the album’s friendship theme, “So many people are struggling today. Most of all they need a friend, and we believe everyone has a friend in God." Soul Shine is giving away 3 copies of the band’s latest release to 3 fortunate readers. To enter, tell us which hockey team Jason Dunn avidly supports.

We have our winners! Adam Woodhouse of London, ON, Ronald Riedel of Surrey, BC, and Victoria Grant of Beaver Bank, NS; thanks for playing!

Ever Stays Red CD Giveaway!

Formed in 2004, Ever Stays Red has garnered a loyal following, playing over 250 concerts per year and landing three No. 1 radio singles with two top 20 hits from its independent album, I'll Tell the World. The Tempe, Arizona-based foursome, releases its national debut album, On The Brink of it All, March 11, 2008. To celebrate Soul Shine is giving 3 lucky winners a copy of their national debut album On The Brink of it All. To enter, please tell us the name of the bands home town.

We have our winners! Hubert Dinel of Ottawa, ON, Al Pino of Sault Ste Marie, ON and Dorothy Rozdilsky of Valparaiso, IN ; thanks for playing!

Yoav CD Giveaway!

South African raised Yoav has been experimenting with sound since he was nine years old. Born in Israel, growing up in Cape Town, South Africa, and recording in Oxford, England and Montreal, Quebec have made for a delightful mixture in the cultural palette of this musician. The fusion of his pop hooks, drum & bass, and dark rhythms built into the climax of Yoav's soulful vocals make this electronic loving singer-songwriter unique. Soul Shine is giving away 3 copies of his debut album Charmed & Strange. To enter, tell us what song by The Pixies Yoav covered on Charmed & Strange?

We have our winners! Bonnie Ripper of Drumheller, AB, Pamela White of Marysville, WA and Alfred Walther of Edmonton, AB; thanks for playing!

Honeydripper Soundtrack Giveaway!

Honeydripper, the acclaimed new film written, directed & edited by John Sayles, revisits the genesis of rock 'n' roll -- namely '50s rural blues from the Deep South. The story depicts a second chance for an aging bluesman, the kickoff to a young guitar turk's career and the rise of rock 'n' roll itself. The soundtrack includes new songs by Keb' Mo', Mable John and guitar phenom Gary Clark, Jr., who appears in the film as well. The album also contains a new song by the incomparable Ruth Brown, the last recorded before her death in 2006. Rhino Records will release the soundtrack Feb. 5. This month Soul Shine will be giving 3 winners a copy of the Honeydripper soundtrack. To enter, name ONE of the all-star cast acting in the movie version of Honeydripper.

We have our winners! Mark Kenyon of Brantford, ON; Donald Phillips of Toronto, ON, and Carrie Page of Delta, BC; thanks for playing!

Re:zound T-Shirt Giveaway!

After topping MTV’s undiscovered charts at No. 1 for over four months in 2004 with its independent single, "Angel," Re:zound is poised to release its national debut album, Abandoned To You, March 11, 2008. To celebrate Soul Shine is giving 5 lucky winners a Re:zound T-Shirt. To enter, please tell us the name of one of the members of the band.

We have our winners! Rebecca Thomson of Hamilton, ON, Seung-Ju Ahn of Vancouver, BC, Sandra Heath of Winnipeg, MB, Caroline Morin of Brantford, ON, and Maria Buneta of Vancouver, BC; thanks for playing!

matchbox twenty CD Giveaway!

matchbox twenty's new album Exile on Mainstream has officially arrived as of October 2. The album is comprised of a two-disc set where the first disc contains 6 new tracks and the second has 11 of the band's greatest hits. Soul Shine is giving our reader's a chance to win one of three prize packs. The grand prize will be a matchbox twenty CD library with Exile on Mainstream, More Than You Think You Are, Mad Season, and Yourself or Someone Like You. Two other winners will win a copy of the new album Exile on Mainstream. To enter, please tell us the year matchbox twenty last released an album.

We have our winners! Jung Ja Ahn of Vancouver, BC, Tamara Young of Winnipeg, MB, and Shaylyn Thayer of Quesnel, BC; thanks for playing!

Paramore Ticket Giveaway!

Tennessee pop punk band, Paramore, have been driving a lot of buzz from their recent release Riot!, which has further proclaimed their passion for the pop punk genre and the talented vocals of 18 year old Hayley Williams. With songs like "Hallelujah" and "Let the Flames Begin" receiving massive appeal, the band is definitely one to watch. If you live in the greater Toronto area, watching the band may soon become a reality! Soul Shine is giving away a pair of tickets to Paramore's upcoming show on October 26 at the Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto, Ontario. The Grand prize winner will receive the pair of tickets, an autographed Paramore poster and a copy of Riot!. A secondary winner will receive a copy of their latest CD Riot!. To enter, tell us the city in Tennessee where the band calls their homebase.

We have our winners! Lindsay Risch of Mississauga, ON and Peter Sewerniuk of Pincourt, QC; thanks for playing!

TFK The Flame In All Of Us CD Giveaway!

Ontario born and internationally successful, the guys of Thousand Foot Krutch (or TFK) have been prepping a great follow up to their successful The Art of Breaking with their latest release The Flame In All Of Us. It’s been a 2 year since new material has sit the main stage, but the guys are ready to tour and showcase their edgy rock with melodic undertones. Soul Shine is giving away 2 copies to our readers this month. To enter, tell us what other band Trevor McNevan and Steve Augustine are in together.

We have our winners! Andre Lavoie of Ste-Foy, QC and Toby Stevenson of Toronto, ON; thanks for playing!

Fauxliage CD Giveaway!

Leigh Nash and Delirium have teamed up to bring you Fauxliage, which does justice to both of their talented sounds. Nash’s crisp, sweet vocals run through the dreamscapes of Deliruim and flow with electric simplicity. Nash is no stranger to collaborations, as she has worked with many film studios on such projects as the tracks “Beautiful World" from Charlotte's Web and "A Place For Us" from Bridge to Terabithia. Soul Shine is giving away 2 copies of Fauxliage to our readers this month. To enter, tell us which band Leigh Nash collaborated with for the song "Mirror and Smoke" in 2006.

We have our winners! Mavic Ellorin of Richmond, BC and Dianne Gardner of Calgary, AB; thanks for playing!

MxPx CD Giveaway!

Washington state punk band MxPx has just released their eighth studio album entitled Secret Weapon and upon streaming the full album on their MySpace recently they recorded a whopping 300,000 plays in just three days. The band will also be out on a US and Asia tour this fall with more dates to be announced shortly. Soul Shine is giving our readers a chance to win 1 of 2 copies of their latest CD Secret Weapon. To enter, name the lead singer of MxPx.

We have our winners! Wanda Bergman of Winnipeg, MB and Wayne Yuzik of Saskatoon, SK; thanks for playing!

Illusionist Brock Gill DVD Giveaway!

Illusionist Brock Gill is taking his unique three day Christian outreach, Freedom Experience (FX), into households with the new DVD Standing Room Only: A Behind the Scenes Documentary. The DVD is releasing on August 21 through Vertical Ministries and follows the daily struggles of a live show with death defying escapes, illusions, BMX stunt teams, pro-skaters, freestyle motocross, live concerts and the presentation of the gospel. Soul Shine is giving 2 fortunate readers the chance to win a copy of the DVD and prepare to be amazed. To enter, name one of the bands you can hear on the new Standing Room Only DVD.

We have our winners! Carrie Page of Delta, BC and Teresa Vollick of Guelph, ON; thanks for playing!

Kingdom Bound Ticket Giveaway!

From August 5-8, 2007 one of the hottest Christian music festivals is coming to Buffalo, NY and Soul Shine is looking to send 2 fortunate readers to the 4 day festival where Darien Lake activities and talented musicians abound. With over 10 bands a day performing on multiple stages at the Darien Lake Theme Park, you won't want to miss it. Bands like Newsboys, Skillet, Superchick, Leeland, Charlie Hall, and David Crowder are all coming to ensure your Kingdom Bound experience is action packed. To enter, tell us your favorite band that is scheduled to play at Kingdom Bound.

We have our winners! Rebecca Thomson of Hamilton, ON; thanks for playing!

Hayley Sales CD Giveaway!

Vancouver Island musician Hayley Sales doesn’t just speak organically on her latest release Sunseed she farms blueberries between writing songs. She grew up around a recording studio and hippie parents so folk music seems like second nature to her potent lyrics and soothing guitar driven melodies. Soul Shine is giving away 3 copies of Sunseed this month. To enter, name a track off of Sunseed.

We have our winners! Lisa Mallia of Toronto, ON, Penny Routledge of Victoria, BC, and Cheryl Montgomery of Ajax, ON; thanks for playing!

White Stripes CD Giveaway!

Having concentrated the majority of his tour schedule with his other band The Raconteurs, Jack White is jumping back into red and white and is ready to crank his amp next to Meg’s thumping drum line. Their latest video for the CD, Icky Thump is available and you can check it out to enter for your chance to win one of two copies of Icky Thump. To enter, tell us if Meg’s character in the “Icky Thump” video is blind in one or both eyes.

We have our winners! Karen Daniel of Fredericton, NB, and Kevin Davies of Barrie, ON; thanks for playing!

Britt Nicole CD Giveaway!

North Carolina has delivered a sweet trip hop sensation in Britt Nicole, who released her debut CD Say It in May. After joining acts like Sanctus Real, Hawk Nelson, and Jeremy Camp on the Winter Jam Tour last year and recording with Grits on their track “Right Back”, Nicole is ready to go for some of the hottest summer festivals. Soul Shine is giving away autographed copies of her debut album to 2 fortunate readers ready for some fresh summer tunes. To enter, tell us your favourite track off Britt’s CD Say It.

We have our winners! Hazel Mark of Edmonton, AB, and Maria Buneta of Vancouver, BC; thanks for playing!

Michael Bublé Giveaway!

Canadian jazz sensation Michael Bublé has released Call Me Irresponsible this month and in celebration Soul Shine is giving away 2 copies to our readers. Highlights on the CD include Buble's energy infused interpretations on standards from a variety of eras including songs by such greats as Leonard Cohen, Eric Clapton, Cy Coleman, Gamble and Huff, Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer and others. Fans can also check out Bublé’s new video “Everything” on Soul Shine onDemand here. To enter, tell us which province the Canadian crooner calls home.

We have our winners! Chris MacDonald of St. Catharines, ON and Ray Post of Kapuskasing,ON; thanks for playing!

Elvis Costello Giveaway!

This month, the man known for saying “(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love & Understanding” will be releasing The Best Of Elvis Costello: The First 10 Years and Rock And Roll Music a rock-themed collection of hits, key album tracks, b-sides and previously unreleased rarities. Soul Shine is giving 2 fortunate readers the chance to win either a copy of The Best Of Elvis Costello: The First 10 Years or Rock And Roll Music. To enter, tell us which Canadian singer married Elvis Costello.

We have our winners! Adam Kohn of Toronto,ON and Paula Procter of Brantford, ON; thanks for playing!

Stars of Track and Field Giveaway!

Indie rockers Stars of Track and Field are making serious headway with their CD Centuries Before Love and War. Having just played Canadian Music Week last month to rave reviews, the band are coming back to Toronto May 1st for an exclusive live performance at The Berkley! Soul Shine is offering 4 pairs of tickets to this exclusive engagement along with a copy of their new album. To enter, tell us the name of the lead singer of Stars of Track and Field.

We have our winners! Terry Ing of Brampton, ON, Kevin Davies of Barrie, ON, Mary Hietkamp of Tillsonburg, ON, and Silvia Stekar of Toronto, ON; thanks for playing!

Relient K CD Giveaway!

Formed in 1998 in Canton, Ohio, Relient K has become a band to be reckoned with no matter who you ask and are currently topping all of the major charts across North America. With nominations and awards coming in from the Grammy’s to the Dove Awards they continue to impress with their latest release Five Score and Seven Years Ago. Soul Shine is giving away a copy of Five Score and Seven Years Ago plus a cool Relient K tin poster to 3 fortunate readers. To enter, tell us what sport frontman Matt Thiessen is playing in the “Must Have Done Something Right” music video?

We have our winners! Michelle Fralic of Bridgewater, NS, Peter Sewerniuk of Pincourt, QC, and Gordon Brown of St. Clements, ON; thanks for playing!

Wilco CD Giveaway!

Illinois based alt-rockers Wilco are gearing up to release their seventh album Sky Blue Sky on May 15. Drummer Glenn Kotche said of the album that some of the new songs were written on the spot in the studio by the band as a whole, as opposed to founding frontman Jeff Tweedy fleshing out the song and bringing it to the rest of the band. Soul Shine is giving away 2 copies of Sky Blue Sky to 2 fortunate readers. To enter, please tell us a song title off the new album.

We have our winners! Corina Havercroft of Toronto, ON and Wayne Lecoy of Winnipeg, MB; thanks for playing!

Bloc Party CD Giveaway!

After the success of Silent Alarm in 2005, Bloc Party are back with their anticipated sophomore album A Weekend In The City, an electrifying and staggering chronicle of post-millennial Britain. In collaboration with producer Jacknife Lee (U2, Snow Patrol), they've created an album that bristles with slashed-up riffology, chop-changing rhythms, disco-techno and vocal confidence that can only be described as on-mic operatics. You've never heard Bloc Party sound like this. 3 fortunate readers will each get a copy of the new CD by answering this question: How many different drummers did Bloc Party try out before finally finding Matt Tong? a) 3 b) 8 c) 16

We have our winners! Sari Orlans of Toronto,ON, Tyler Hill of Chatham, ON, and Thomas Wynn of Toronto, ON; thanks for playing!

Jars Of Clay Ticket Giveaway!

Illinois rockers Jars of Clay are heading out on their Canadian tour and what better way to celebrate than by unleashing some Good Monsters prizing. The band is touring non-stop and still participating in the charity to bring clean water to Africans, Blood:Water Mission. A grand prize winner will receive a Jars of Clay CD Library & a pair of tickets to one of the Jars of Clay Canadian tour dates & 2 secondary winners will receive a copy of Good Monsters each. To enter, tell us the first song off their latest album, Good Monsters.

We have our winners! Kelly Mair of Oakville, ON, Nardeen Faragalla of North York, ON, and Steve Benedetti of Toronto, ON; thanks for playing!

Edward Scissorhands Ticket Giveaway!

A magical new adaptation of the classic Tim Burton motion picture Edward Scissorhands is making its Canadian debut at the Hummingbird Centre in Toronto this April. The gothic fairy-tale follows the story of a boy created by an eccentric inventor, whose sudden death leaves the boy alone and unfinished. With only scissors for hands, Edward must find his place in a strange new suburban world, where the well-meaning community struggles to see past his appearance to the gentleness within. The theatrical performance is unique as characters are moved by new music arrangements based on themes from the original motion picture score composed by Danny Elfman rather than words. One fortunate winner from the Toronto area will receive a pair of tickets to the show on April 7, 2007 at 8pm. To enter, tell us what actor played Edward in the film version of Edward Scissorhands?

We have our winners! Theresa Gibson of Etobicoke, ON; thanks for playing!

Finger Eleven Guitar Contest!

Finger Eleven is back with 'Them Vs. You Vs. Me', coming March 6th 2007. In celebration of their new album, Soul Shine wants to give you a chance to win a Limited Edition Finger Eleven Epiphone Guitar. The Grand Prize winner will get this guitar while 2 other fortunate winners will receive Finger Eleven CD Libraries including: Tip, The Greyest of Blue Skies, Finger Eleven and upon release, Them vs.You vs. Me. To enter, name your favourite Finger Eleven track of all time.

We have our winners! Skye McKinnon of Etobicoke, ON, Meaghan Westman of Barrie, ON, and Derek Knight of Port Dover, ON; thanks for playing!

Norah Jones CD Contest!

Popular blues songstress, Norah Jones is back with her latest CD Not Too Late. After receiving critical acclaim for her last CD Feels Like Home and making her collection a staple of any modern jazz fan, from her debut Come Away With Me, Jones has returned with an exciting new mix of songs. Soul Shine is giving away an LP vinyl of Not Too Late along with a Norah Jones poster. To enter, tell us what movie Norah will be appearing in soon.

We have our winners! Vincent Caracciolo of Newcastle, ON; thanks for playing!

Soweto Gospel Choir Ticket Giveaway!

One fortunate person will have the opportunity to win 2 tickets to see the Soweto Gospel Choir on Tuesday, February 27 at 8:00pm. This awe-inspiring vocal ensemble, performs in eight different languages, in an inspirational program of tribal, traditional and popular African gospel. To enter, tell us what the word "Soweto" is short for.

We have our winners! Janna Fraser of Toronto, ON; thanks for playing!

Mute Math Ticket Giveaway!

Experimental rockers Mute Math are coming to town for Toronto's Canadian Music Week and will be continuing to shine with material from their debut LP. Just coming off their US tour with The Fray and their unique shows selling out quickly this is one you won't want to miss. Soul Shine is giving away 2 pairs of tickets to their March 8 performance at Opera House in Toronto. To enter, tell us what instrument frontman Paul Meany is known for playing.

We have our winners! Angelo Harrison of Toronto, ON and Allen Faul of Brampton, ON; thanks for playing!

Jonah33 Giveaway!

To kick off the New Year, Soul Shine is teaming up with the guys in Jonah33 for the only resolution necessary; reckless honesty. The band is currently demoing new material and will be going on the Heart of War Tour in March 2007 with Inhabited so stay tuned for it. This month Soul Shine will be giving away 5 copies of Jonah33’s latest release The Strangest Day. To enter, name the title of the band’s debut CD.

We have our winners! Tony Hietkamp of Tillsonburg, ON, Debra Lander of Winnipeg, MB, Khawla Sorensen of Nepean,ON, Andrew Fraser of Toronto, ON, and Beth Dekoker of Cambridge, ON; thanks for playing!

High School Musical Remix Edition DVD Giveaway!

So, whose top of their game at the high school musical? It could be you. To enter, fill out the contest entry form and for your “Answer”, send us your YouTube URL which shows you singing to a few bars of “I Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You”, a song from the film. The most creative entry that includes “Soul Shine” in the song lyrically and/or visually wins a copy of the two-disc High School Musical REMIX EDITIONDVD.

Here are some of the top videos of High School Musical's "I Can't Take My Eyes Off of You" that rocked out:
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The Nativity Soundtrack Contest!

What better way to celebrate this Christmas season by thinking about how it all began with the birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ. The Nativity: Sacred Songs soundtrack triumphs with songs inspired by the film The Nativity which opened in theatres on December 1. With Award winning artists like Natalie Grant, LeAnne Rhymes, BarlowGirl, and Mark Schultz there’s Christmas music that fits a variety of tastes and genres for the whole family. Soul Shine is giving away 2 copies of The Nativity: Sacred Songs soundtrack this month in celebration of the first Christmas. To enter, name the actress who plays Mary in the film.

We have our winners! Linda Chaput of North Bay, ON, and Audrey Grantham of Bedford, NS; thanks for playing!

Evanescence Tickets, CD Giveaway!

With the release of their highly successful new album The Open Door this past Fall, Evanescence have been playing to sold out venues across North America. Wind Up Records and Soul Shine have teamed up to giveaway a CD library with all 3 albums and pair of tickets to see the band live in Toronto at the Air Canada Centre on January 8 for one fortunate reader. For 2 other readers, we have an Evanescence CD library comprised of all 3 Evanescence albums which include Fallen, Anywhere but Home, and The Open Door. To enter, tell us what storybook character Amy Lee is playing in the video "Call Me When You’re Sober".

We have our winners! Corina Havercroft of Ancaster, ON; Chris MacDonald of St. Catherines, ON, and James Hampshire of Victoria, BC; thanks for playing!

Jars of Clay Giveaway!

These gents from Illinois have unleashed Good Monsters, and isn't October the perfect month for it? Following their critically acclaimed 2005 release, Redemption Songs, the band has continued to never shy away from raw, honest material. Check out some of their performances across the border (Nov 9 & 17). In the meantime, Soul Shine is giving readers a chance to win the new album; five winners will be drawn at the end of the month...no "trick or treat" required. To enter, tell us the name of front man Dan Haseltine's non-profit organization.

We have our winners! Janet Raiger of Sarnia, ON; Kelly Mair of Oakville, ON; Garnet Leib of Regina, SK; Colin Beierbach of Medicine Hat, AB, and John Goodman of Toronto, ON; thanks for playing!

Mute Math Ticket Giveaway!

Experimental rockers Mute Math are currently touring across North America in support of their self-titled debut LP. With their unique live shows selling out quickly, and over 10,000 copies and counting of the album selling up in the first month, Mute Math are ready for whatever comes their way. As the band ventures to Toronto and Montreal on the tour, we thought we'd celebrate such fine music hitting us up in Canada. Soul Shine and Teleprompt Records have teamed up to offer some sweet Mute Math tickets and prizing. To enter, tell us your favourite track off Mute Math's new album.

We have our winners! Katya Power of Brossard, QC; Israel Yeres of Thornhill, ON; Julie Williams of Cobalt, ON; Debbie Georgeadis of Kingston, ON, and Cara Heath of Victoria, BC; thanks for playing!

Evanescence Tickets, CD Giveaway!

Evanescence's highly anticipated new album The Open Door is in stores on October 3rd, and Soul Shine wants to send you to see them live for the kick-off date of their world tour. This sold out, exclusive, small venue show is happening at the Kool Haus on October 5, and Soul Shine's got tickets to give away. Enter below for your chance to win a Grand Prize of 2 tickets to the October 5th show along with all 3 Evanescence albums: Fallen, Anywhere But Home, and the upcoming release, The Open Door. A total of three (3) Secondary prizes will also be available which include a copy of the new Evanescence album, a poster, and an Evanescence key chain. To enter, name the first single off their new album.

We have our winners! Kelly Guest of Mississauga, ON, Leah Hutchison of Burlington, ON, Cassandra Steiner of North York, ON, and Freddy Clemett of Toronto, ON; thanks for playing!

Girl Next Back to School Giveaway!

Soul Shine and Hollywood Records have some new pop music bound to get you smiling while heading back to school. Girl Next hit stores on August 15th and features incredible new talent alongside all your favourites, including Kelly Clarkson, Hilary Duff, Aly & AJ and The Veronicas. To enter, tell us what popular TV show Aly from Aly & AJ stars in.

We have our winners! Monique McGuire of Ottawa, ON, Cara Heath of Victoria, BC, Paula Walsh of London, ON, Taylor Mair of Oakville, ON, and Heather Smith of Neustadt, ON; thanks for playing!

Krystal Meyers Anticonformity Giveaway!

Soul Shine Magazine and Provident Records have teamed up to bring you Krystal Meyers' message of Anticonformity. It's about becoming who you were meant to, an individual with a personality all your own, not a cookie cutter image that the world wants. Meyers has worked with Bob Siemon Designs to create a new collection of inspirational jewelry and fashion accessories to help carry the message of Anticonformity and celebrate independence wherever you go. With the release of Meyers' latest CD Dying for a Heart on September 19, Soul Shine is giving 5 readers a chance to win a prize pack with a new Anticonformity cell phone charm, a Krystal Meyers sticker, and an autographed Dying for a Heart CD. To enter, tell us the name of Krystal's debut album.

We have our winners! Kristianne May from Barrie, ON, Lisa Mallia from Toronto, ON, Seung-Ju Ahn from Vancouver, BC, Janelle Iwabuchi from Saskatoon, SK, and Janice Lynds from Portage la Prairie, MB; thanks for playing!

V Festival Ticket Giveaway!

Making it's premiere stop on Toronto Island Park on September 9-10, 2006, the Virgin Festival is set to be one of the biggest Toronto has seen in years. Taking place over 2 days with 2 stages, and over 40 bands more than one of your favourites should be in attendance; some acts include Massive Attack, Gnarls Barkley, Starsailor, and The Raconteurs. Emerge Entertainment and Soul Shine have teamed up to make the V Festival a reality for 1 fortunate person and their friend this Fall. The winner will receive a pair of Weekend Pass tickets to the V Festival where they will be able to party to the music of their favourite artists on site. To enter, tell us which day Gnarls Barkley is set to play at V Festival.

We have our winner! Lynn O Halloran of Brampton, ON; thanks for playing!

Leeland CD Giveway!

Soul Shine and Provident Music have teamed up to offer 5 fortunate readers the debut album from Leeland, Sound of Melodies each signed by the entire band! Texas-based Leeland have recently received the stamp of approval from such acts as Delirious?, Brenton Brown, and David Crowder Band. A progressive rock band at heart, Leeland are the latest group to get a big push in North America and are co-produced by Marc Byrd, Matt Bronlewee and Steve Hindalong, long time veterans of the music industry. Their debut album is set to hit stores on August 15, and fans can view their ecard here: http://www.leelandonline.com/ecard/ To enter, tell us the first name of Leeland's brother.

We have our winners! Drew Goodman of Barrie, ON; Rosemary Breschuk-Chiu of Newmarket, ON; Tanis Roy of Orleans, ON; Yanjing Mao of Toronto, ON, and Margaret Hilsendeger of Vernon, BC; thanks for playing!

Goo Goo Dolls CD Giveaway!

Soul Shine and Special OPS have teamed up to "Let Love In" for 2 fortunate readers who'll each get a copy of the latest CD by Goo Goo Dolls. Formed in Buffalo, New York by guitarist/vocalist Johnny Rzeznik and bassist/vocalist Robby Takac, Goo Goo Dolls are perhaps most known for the hit "Iris," featured on the soundtrack to City of Angels, but they've made an impressive comeback with their latest release, Let Love In. This album marks their 20th anniversary and includes the studio recording of "Give A Little Bit" as well as other top 10 radio singles, "Better Days" and "Stay With You." To enter, tell us the year the band formed.

We have our winners! Dan Bowser of Portage la Prairie, MB; Sandy Howe of Chilliwack, BC; and James Williams of Haileybury, ON; thanks for playing!

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