Interview with Shane Burrow of The Hands

Some artists spend their whole career trying to fit neatly into one lane. Shane Burrow has never been interested in that. Whether you’ve followed his work through BingeNinja or his newer projects like A$$Hols or The Hands, one thing is always true: you never know what Shane is going to do next, and that’s exactly the point.

In our latest conversation, Shane opens up about the unexpected path that led to this new release, starting as a collaboration with a friend and slowly transforming into something deeply personal. Built from bare-bones mood riffs, recorded in one-take bursts of inspiration, The Hands is a reminder that sometimes the best art happens when you stop overthinking and just let it pour out. It’s simple, raw, and intentional, with Shane leaning fully into instinct over structure.

But beyond the music itself, what really stands out is Shane’s dedication to community. From curating shows in Toronto’s west end to creating spaces where artists can actually enjoy themselves without the usual clout-chasing nonsense, he’s quietly helped shape a scene rooted in connection and joy. Shane isn’t chasing trends, he’s chasing that feeling, the one that makes you want to keep creating, keep collaborating, and keep showing up.

And with new BingeNinja material on the way, more visuals in motion, and no interest in slowing down, Shane Burrow is proving once again that the best artists are the ones who refuse to stay predictable.

Check out the full interview now, and keep an eye on what comes next. With Shane, it could be anything, and it’ll probably be awesome.