August 1, 2008
Clare and Don's full band show and Nick's Corner Grill
Hand Painted Swinger will perform a special FULL BAND (acoustic) show at Clare and Don's Beach Shack on August 15....don't miss it!!! Also, HPS is pleased to announce a new VA venue/show, Nicks Corner Grill on August 30. Please help make our first time in the room a success.

May 8, 2008
Hand Painted Swinger in YahooNews
Check out this great YahooNews "People on the Web" story about our friends Steve, Angel and Brian at RagTag Productions. To refresh your memory, RagTag Productions created "WE NEED GIRLFRIENDS," the internationally successful comedy web-series that is soon to become a CBS sit-com sensation. The story is awesome and it even mentions Hand Painted Swinger. They also play our song "My Last Laugh," the shows theme song, at the end of the video clip. Pretty Kool indeed…

February 7, 2008
We Need Girlfriends article in the New York Times
Please check out this New York Times article on the upcoming CBS show "We Need Girlfriends." WNG used several Hand Painted Swinger songs throughout their show series, including My Last Laugh - the show's theme song during the opening credits. Very Kool indeed...

January 3, 2008
Greene Turtle Shows Added
HPS is happy to announce several 2008 shows at various Greene Turtle locations throughout Maryland.

November 20, 2007
Santa Jam 11 - Falls Church - VA, Dec 13
Bob sits in with Radio Mosaic as part of the annual Santa Jam charity event to raise money for Northern Virginia shelters for homeless women & children and victims of domestic violence. Many talented and generous musicians dedicated their time to this wonderful event. Doors open at 7, music starts at 8. Please join us!!!

November 14, 2007
HPS at Austin Grill - Rockville Md, Nov 16
We’re very excited about adding the new Austin Grill in Rockville, MD to our rotation. This venue is brand new and very "kool" and we’re playing there this Friday, 11-16-07. This new AG has a large 2-level seating area that overlooks the stage --- and as always, the food is awesome! What more could you ask for, huh? We play from 9:30 – 1:00 so get there plenty early and plan to stay plenty late. It should be a great time for everyone and we hope to see you there.

November 7, 2007
We Need Girlfriends and HPS Update
The popular comedy Web series "We Need Girlfriends," featuring HPS music in several episodes as well as the HPS single “My Last Laugh” as the show's theme song, was just picked up by CBS and will be produced by Darren Star (Sex in the City, Beverly Hills 90210, Melrose Place, etc.). Hopefully, Potomac, Md native Mr. Star will like “My Last Laugh” and continue to use it for the TV series. Only time will tell…

October 30, 2007
HPS Featured AGAIN on DC101 Local Licks
HPS was featured once again on DC101 Local Licks last Sunday with "I Don't Mind." Let's just say HPS loves Roche and all the folks at DC101. Thank you thank you!!!

October 9, 2007
HPS Acoustic Show - Clare and Don's Beach Shack, Falls Church Va, Oct 26
Jim and Bob will play an acoustic show Friday, Oct 26 at Clare and Don's Beach Shack in Falls Church Va. Clare and Don's is a great club with as you may guess, a "beach-like" vibe. However, rest assured you'll hear no Jimmy Buffet. With a little luck, Bill and David may make an apperance.

October 3, 2007
HPS Show Update - Bangkok Blues, Falls Church Va, Oct 5
Hand Painted Swinger is excited to play Bangkok Blues for the first time Friday, October 5th. BB has wonderful Thai food and is host to many great bands. See you Friday.

October 1, 2007
HPS Featured on DC101 Local Licks
"My Last Laugh" was featured on DC101 Local Licks last Sunday. Thanks to Roche and all the folks at DC101.

May 7, 2007
Updated Photos
Yes, long overdue. Many new photos from recent Iota and Zodiac Grill shows can be found in the media section. Thanks Jeff!!

May 2, 2007
"White Castle Girl" Featured in We Need Girlfriends Episode 7
Hand Painted Swinger's "White Castle Girl" is featured in Episode 7 of Ragtag Productions popular online Web series, "We Need Girlfriends." Episode 7 is one of the best yet and it includes "My Last Laugh" as the show's theme song. Be sure to visit the WNG MySpace site.

March 19, 2007
CD Relase Show - Iota Club and Cafe, April 12
Hand Painted Swinger will celebrate the release of their WAMA-nominated recording "Speed Hump" at Iota Club and Cafe in Arlington Va April 12. HPS will open for Sound of Sirens. Iota is one of the region's best venues for original music and they are extremely supportive of local acts. Show starts at 9:00 so please arrive early!!

February 2, 2007
HPS Music Featured in We Need Girlfriends
Hand Painted Swinger singles "MY LAST LAUGH" is featured in the 4th episode of Ragtag Productions popular online web series, "We Need Girlfriends." Be sure to watch all 4 episodes, this is great stuff!!! We Need Girlfriends on MySpace.

January 26, 2007
Vote for Hand Painted Swinger!!!
Please vote for Hand Painted Swinger in the Washington Area Music Association’s "Fan’s Favorite Award" at WAMA Fan Form. It takes only a few seconds to vote and you don’t have to be a WAMA member. Deadline is Friday, February 2, 2007. We appreciate your support!!!

January 3, 2007
New Show Update - Iota, January 11.
Hand Painted Swinger will be at Iota in Arlington Va January 11 opening for Ultra High Frequency. HPS starts at 9:00 so please arrive early.

January 2, 2007
HPS and CD "Speed Hump" nominated for BEST POP-ROCK GROUP and BEST POP-ROCK RECORDING of 2006 by WAMA (Washington Area Music Association)

January 1, 2007
HPS and WNG on YouTube
Hand Painted Swinger singles "MY LAST LAUGH" and "LAST MILE HOME" are featured in the 3rd episode of Ragtag Productions popular online web series, "We Need Girlfriends." Watch all 3 episodes and you'll be hooked! We Need Girlfriends on MySpace.

December 1, 2006
HPS music featured in WNG episode 2
Hand Painted Swinger‘s "MAGIC POTION" and "MY LAST LAUGH" are featured in the 2nd episode of the highly entertaining Ragtag Productions online web series, "We Need Girlfriends." Be sure to check out We Need Girlfriends on MySpace.

November 1, 2006
HPS in the movies
Hand Painted Swinger‘s "I DON'T MIND" is featured in the new Ragtag Productions online web series, "We Need Girlfriends." The series premieres on 11-1-06 and new episodes premiere every 1st of the month thereafter.

Also be sure to check out We Need Girlfriends on MySpace.

October 31, 2006
Santa Jam 10
Bob Shellhouse, the Hand Painted Guitarist, will be sitting in with Radio Mosiac at the upcoming Santa Jam 10, Thursday, December 7, 2006 at The State Theatre in Falls Church, Va. The Santa Jam is a benefit show for homeless woman and children of domestic violence and will feature many talented musicians including the Tom Principato Band, Tommy Lepson, members of the Nighthawks, and many more.

September 30, 2006
HPS performs at WRYR 97.5 fundraiser
Hand Painted swinger performs at the WRYR fundraiser at Chief Ike’s Mambo Room in Adams Morgan, Washington DC.

September 5, 2006
Speed Hump International
Many thanks to our friends in Asia and Europe as HPS's Speed Hump international CD sales are on the rise. Be on the lookout for upcoming HPS tour dates.

August 29, 2006
Magic Potion played on Power98 Eufaula, AL
Thanks to JC the Mornin’ Guy for your support!!

August 20, 2006
Next Big Thrill featured on WRYR 97.5 Annapolis, MD
HPS single Next Big Thrill was featured on the Local Lowdown show hosted by Andy “The Ochster” Och. Thanks Andy for your support.

August 12, 2006
My Last Laugh on W&M radio
"My Last Laugh" was played on WCWM 90.9 FM, the College of William and Mary radio station. Thanks W&M for your support of this song.

July 20, 2006
Speed Hump available at iTunes
You can now download individual tracks or the entire HPS release “Speed Hump” from Apple iTunes.

June 23, 2006
Speed Hump available at CD Baby
The HPS release “Speed Hump” is now available at CD Baby. Please order several copies today.