Up Close Throwing Shade with electro-soul band, SHAED
What’s the secret recipe for a killer band? Twin producer brothers with an affinity for ethereal orchestral beats, one front woman with a show-stopping voice, and a whole lot of soul. The Washington DC trio, SHAED (pronounced shade), consists of brothers Max and Spencer Ernst and Chelsea Lee, and brings old school emotion to nouveau sounds.
We caught up with the band before they performed in front of an energetic crowd at the W Fort Lauderdale renovation party. We talked to the rising stars about their inspiration, their alter egos, and what’s next on the horizon.
How would you describe your musical style?
Strong female vocals, fresh, soulful, electronic pop.
What is the first album you ever owned?
Chelsea: Backstreet Boys – Millennium. I saved up my allowance money for a month to get it.
Max and Spencer: Third Eye Blind (self titled) – Our mom was a fan.
Give us an insider tip on what bands or artists are about to break.
The Parcels and Ama Lou.
Who is your superhero alter ego and why?
Chelsea: Aquaman because I’ve always wanted to have a conversation with a fish.
Max: Neil Degrasse Tyson because he can space travel.
Spencer: Superman… flying… duh.
If we’re going to buy you a drink, what should it be?
We all love Gin and Tonics.
What’s a song you have stuck in your head these days?
Chelsea: Sigrid – Don’t Kill My Vibe.
Max: Unknown Mortal Orchestra – Can’t Keep Checking My Phone.
Spencer: Future – Mask Off.
What’s your favorite thing to order from room service?
Chelsea: Mozzarella Sticks
Who’s your style icon and why?
Chelsea: Bella Hadid because.. well do I even have to explain.
Where do you find your artistic inspiration?
We’re really inspired when we travel and when we experience nature in beautiful places. Our favorite place to write and record has been Death Valley, NV.