"Jaded" – A powerful comeback by Shouse.

"Jaded" is a powerful hard rock and prog rock statement from Shouse, blending the energy of classic rock with a modern, creative edge.

Shouse sounds like Satriani on steroids -A compliment he wears with pride. Shouse, from Jackson, makes a powerful return with his long-awaited original album, "Jaded," his first in 15 years. An extremely talented artist, Shouse is known for his skills and passion for his inevitable art. A graduate from the Guitar Institute of Technology in Hollywood, his music has earned global praise, with past releases featured on international compilations and TV shows. Beyond music, he’s also active in film, working both on and off camera.

The album is a story of resilience, even after facing numerous complications in his life, he did not step back but recovered with grace after a housefire, breakup and challenges during the Covid pandemic, leading to years spent renovating a lake house & selling the property then he returned to home to take care of his parents he wrote the little ideas and recorded them on his phone which eventually evolved during this tenure leading to his track “Jaded” by refining his craft over the years.

His new album "Jaded" reveals a narrative of resilience and creativity. The album stands out for its compositions, with the track itself having 70 key changes. His unique approach of blending major and harmonic minor keys is the essence of his art and the creativity he possesses. His dedication to music makes him stand out in the crowd.

He had the support of Chris Oliva, Warren DeMartini, and Zakk Wylde during his guitar journey, later expanding to the brilliance of Steve Vai, John Petrucci, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Joe Satriani. It was hearing Satriani’s Surfing with the Alien that ultimately inspired him to pursue the path of an instrumental guitarist, defining his artistic direction.

"Jaded" is more than an album—it’s the sound of survival, persistence, and boundless creativity.

Starting out with "Prelude - Romeo and Juliet" and "Romeo Is Gone," the record is an intense and fiery experience of synthesizers, guitars, and drums, which are on fire for the new day. After that, the record continues with "A Bitter Cold," which presents Shouse’s getting cold with icy precision in a flurry of riffs and licks.

Pulli’s bass is taking charge, and Ron Bumblefoot, giving a blazing solo, made "Let’s Go" change its style. Deeply textured and quite beautiful, "Smiley Faced Emoji" is a melodic rock track that is full of warmth and phrasing. "The Bucket of Bolts," the last and most spectacular track, suddenly becomes a cosmic metal odyssey where guitars sound like machines and space battles happen.

What sets Jaded apart is Shouse’s fearless approach to his composition. It's effortless, rather than relying on pure technical display, he crafts songs with an extraordinary number of key changes, some exceeding 70 in a single track. The title song alternates between major and Harmonic Minor with seamless precision, creating numerous complexities without losing the aura. He makes sure that his album is tied together and the key changes are smooth and not disjointed.

Tracks like "Smiley Faced Emoji" push his creativity to another level with 30 key changes and a pentatonic lead, delivering an unexpectedly bright and joyful tone. It’s bold, intricate, and entirely his own.

"Shouse sounds like Satriani on steroids” — a review that perfectly encapsulates the energy, the passion he carries, and the creativity that is beyond words. Instead of giving up, he indulged himself in creating music that pushes boundaries. The title track is the heart of the album, with over 70 key changes that move smoothly between Major and Harmonic Minor, showing his skill without losing the listener. Every shift feels natural and tied together with melodies and shared notes. It’s an album blending mix feelings, emotions, along with technical brilliance and offering something fresh perspective to the world. Jaded is Shouse’s statement of resilience, creativity, and love for the craft.