TODAYTwenty years after the release of their groundbreaking debut album “Songs of Secret Devotion,” vocalist/flautist Sharine Borslien and guitarist/producer Ron Hagadone will carry the torch of their dearest music project in its new California Central Coast iteration with bassist Daniel Paul Kieselhorst and percussionist Bill Watson. After an unsuccessful attempt to re-form in 2012 with a percussionist and a cellist who both dropped out in rather dramatic ways, Sharine and Ron had all but given up on the idea of the Hot 'n' Swirl Ensemble. But now, Watson and Kieselhorst together bring a refreshing outlook and inspiration to the group, energizing the phoenix-like project. Characteristically defying and embracing the traditional pop song format, original songs by the Hot 'n' Swirl Ensemble feature a blend of Celtic, Gypsy-jazz, and folk-rock music with eclectic Classical arrangements that explore evocative and suspenseful moments, taking listeners on a dramatic and liberating journey.The 20th anniversary re-recording of the ensemble's debut album, Songs of Secret Devotion, is scheduled for early digital release on January 15, 2016 through CDBaby and other outlets, followed by physical release on January 23 at Shelley's Cabaret Room in Atascadero, California. Recorded at BlipsWerx Productions"Studio A" in the final quarter of 2015, the four members worked to achieve sonic and poetic epic-ness of the music under Ron's direction, while Sharine traded hats between recording, designing the ensemble's website, and creating the CD packaging design.Look for Sharine and the Hot 'n' Swirl Ensemble at private parties, concerts, and special events at wineries, where they perform original and cover songs for a memorable musical experience. They are available for bookings.HISTORYIn 1993, Ron and Sharine joined forces in songwriting, recording, and performing throughout Los Angeles, California. Searching for their signature sound, they crafted the"Songs of Secret Devotion" brand and recruited cellist Michael Duron from the UCLA symphony to complete Sharine and the Hot 'n' Swirl Ensemble. The group performed in clubs and concert halls from the Amazon Bar & Grill to Fais Do Do, from Genghis Cohn to the Alligator Lounge, while Ron arranged material for their debut recording to be titled Songs of Secret Devotion. Recording began in September 1995 in the Santa Monica bedroom ADAT studio of Guy Marshall (Pat Benatar, BayWatch, et al). Sessions were held monthly, with pre-production done off-the-clock, and the recording of eleven songs was completed in November of the same year. Guy referred the project to Pat Sullivan, then on the team at A&M Records, who mastered the CD and prepared it for professional duplication. During downtime between recording and productions sessions, the ensemble continued to perform on a lighter schedule while Sharine started working on graphic design for the CD art. With a vast array of photographs by Darek Banasek and the design assistance of Robin at Access Print & Copy, she created the jewel case insert artwork based on a concept from Steve Nixon. The cover photograph came from a lab error made when Darek accidentally poured the wrong chemical into the bath, creating a satin drape look on the image. He had tried to hide it from Sharine, but she insisted on seeing it, instantly recognizing the brilliance in his"shameful mistake." Sharine, along with Jennifer Shergold, promoted the CD to over 100 radio stations in the U.S., sparking a coast-to-coast tour. While Ron and Michael stayed home to meet other obligations, Sharine and songwriting partner Al Villanueva toured during autumn 1996, from California to New York City and back. Meanwhile, Michael went on to graduate school, Ron graduated to the blues, and Sharine retreated into songwriting mode. Sharine the Hot 'n' Swirl Ensemble washed away with the rains of El Niño, only to be resurrected nearly twenty years later.