Blind since birth, vocalist and keyboardist extraordinaire Gordon Mote began playing piano at the age of three and toured with his family"s singing group until his undeniable talent made him an award-winning Nashville sessions player (2011 Academy of Country Music Award, 2012 Music Row Award). New Haven Records is now honored to release, The Star Still Shines, a new Gordon Mote Christmas collection sure to please fans of his eclectic gospel, inspirational, country and R&B vocal styles. From poignant to powerful, this inspiring holiday project celebrates the "Christ" in Christmas in the fresh, creative andheartfelt manner that has made Gordon one of the brightest emerging artists in music today.