Shane Dan Turner, a self-taught subway musician from Queens, has gained recognition as a contestant on the latest season of 'American Idol'. At 29, Turner has turned music into his lifeline, battling through personal challenges including autism and depression. Raised in a modest Orthodox Jewish family, his passion for music was kindled in tough times. He began playing guitar at 13 and has since performed over 500 songs in subway stations, drawing inspiration from artist influences such as The Beatles and AC/DC. His journey reflects resilience and a dedication to sharing his musical gifts with the world.
"I fell in love with it, and I've been doing it ever since," he told The Post. Turner, who also struggles with depression, was raised in Far Rockaway in an Orthodox Jewish family that had little, but instilled in him a love of music."
"Over the years, I built up a repertoire of over 500 cover songs ... I'm basically like a living jukebox," he said.
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