After a slow start, Shawn Mendes also grows into a superstar in the Netherlands. A star who fills the Ziggo Dome with screaming girls and boys without blushing. The Canadian singer / songwriter has conquered the charts with his singles Stitches (2015) and Treat You Better (2016). The latter song is the prelude to Illuminate, his second album in a year and a half. The artwork is filled with beautiful
… photos of Mendes playing guitar. The young singer is not only a guitarist but also a model and it shows. This guy definitely has his looks. But let's not forget that he can play a nice game of guitar and write beautiful songs. Examples are and should be proud. Just like them, the young Mendes knows how to weave fine guitar licks into romantic pop songs. Even in the songs with a radio-friendly beat, his sensitive lyrics and guitar riffs are central. (JE)more
