Shane
Isenberg
Tone. Technique. Stage Presence.
Videos
On stage with legendary artists, live with The Crashers, and in the studio.
Shane Isenberg & Johnny Edwards (formerly of Foreigner) – “Cold as Ice”
Unbridled Eve 2022
Shane Isenberg – Guitar Teacher at Mom's Music
“Sweet Medley” featuring Shane
Shane's Guitar Tip of the Week #1: Dunlop Strap Lock Installation
Kashmir – The Crashers
The Player Behind the Tone
Decades on stage and in the studio, shaped by the legends of rock and blues.
Shane Isenberg picked up the guitar as a kid and never put it down. That obsession took him to Musicians Institute (GIT) in Hollywood, where he trained alongside some of Los Angeles' most respected players — Jennifer Batten (Michael Jackson), Nick Nolan (TV/film composer, Universal), Michael Ward (School of Fish, The Wallflowers), Scott Henderson (Tribal Tech), and jazz great Norman Brown.
He graduated with a player's education you can hear: fluent across rock, blues, jazz and fusion, equally at home carving out a lead line or holding down a groove. Since then Shane has scored independent films, written commercial jingles for radio, and served as Musical Director for the VSC production of “Nobody Lonesome for Me.”
Today he's based in Louisville, Kentucky, where he performs, records, and teaches — bringing the same precision, feel, and stage presence to a session date, a live stage, or a student's first bend.
Experience & Touring
A timeline of stages, studios, and sessions.
Lead Guitarist
[Major Artist / Band]
North American Tour
Lead guitar duties for arena and theater run across the United States and Canada. Responsible for set arrangements, tone design, and featured solos nightly.
- 40+ cities
- Featured solo spot
- Televised performances
Session Guitarist
[Celebrity Name]
Los Angeles, CA
Studio and live session work for major-label releases, television appearances, and promotional performances. Covered multiple guitar styles and arrangements.
- Major-label sessions
- TV performances
- Charting singles
Touring Guitarist
[Band / Artist Name]
International
World tour support across Europe, Asia, and Australia. Managed fly dates, in-ear monitoring, and guitar tech coordination.
- International routing
- Festival slots
- Radio promo tours
House Band Guitarist
[Residency / Show Name]
Las Vegas, NV
Nightly house-band guitar chair for a high-volume residency show. Developed strong reading skills and the ability to adapt to guest artists on short notice.
- Nightly residency
- Guest artist support
- Chart reading
Freelance Studio Musician
Various Artists
Nashville / Los Angeles
Hundreds of studio dates spanning rock, blues, pop, and country sessions. Reputation for fast turnaround, great tone, and parts that support the song.
- Album tracks
- Demo production
- Remote sessions
Education & Credentials
Formal study, private mentorship, and a lifetime of learning the craft.
Musicians Institute (GIT)
Graduate · Guitar Performance
- Studied with Jennifer Batten (Michael Jackson)
- Studied with Nick Nolan (TV/Film composer / Universal)
- Studied with Michael Ward (School of Fish / The Wallflowers)
- Studied with Scott Henderson (Tribal Tech)
- Studied with jazz great Norman Brown
Independent Study & Early Training
- Began guitar studies at an early age
- Developed foundation in rock, blues, jazz, and session playing
- Built early live performance experience in regional bands
Professional Development
- Continuous study in tone design and modern performance
- Film scoring and commercial composition for independent projects
- Musical direction and live production experience
Additional Training & Certifications
What Shane Brings
The tools, tone, and experience to elevate any stage or session.
Genres
- Rock
- Blues
- Hard Rock
- Fusion
- Smooth Jazz
- Pop-Rock
- Session Work
Instruments
- Electric Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Vocals
- Slide Guitar
- Dobro
- Mandolin
Capabilities
- Live Touring
- Studio Session
- Arranging
- Tone Design
- Improvisation
- Reading / Charts
- Film Scoring
- Musical Direction
Gear & Studio
- Vintage & modern electric guitars
- Tube amplifiers & modelers
- Premium analog & digital effects
- Professional home studio setup
- In-ear monitoring & stage routing
Book Shane
Available for touring, session work, one-off shows, private events, and private lessons. For booking and press inquiries, reach out directly or connect on socials.
Touring
Tour dates, live bands, and full-night shows
Session Work
Studio tracking, overdubs, and remote files
One-Off Shows
Special appearances and unique nights
Private Events
Corporate, weddings, and private functions
Lessons
Guitar and vocal lessons — private, one-on-one