The Ernst twins, Max and Spencer, grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland, and displayed a passion for music from an early age. They formed a rock band called Upslide during middle school and performed locally in the Washington, D.C., area for several years. Their talent attracted the attention of Magus Entertainment, a New York-based management company, who secured them a publishing deal with Cherry Lane Music. While attending Gonzaga College High School, they formed a pop duo called Trust Fall and began touring in different parts of the country. It was during a performance at the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C., in 2007 that they met Chelsea Lee, who would become an integral part of the group. In 2009, Chelsea signed as a solo artist with Atlantic Records, and in the same year, Max came out as gay to his brother, marking a significant personal milestone. Chelsea and Spencer initiated a romantic relationship in 2010.
After completing high school, the Ernst twins deferred college to pursue a record deal with Epic Records, which ultimately fell through. Subsequently, they both enrolled at the University of Maryland. During their college years, they formed a folk rock duo called The Walking Sticks and released their debut EP, "World So Bright," in 2012. The album showcased an acoustic roots rock sound and was recorded live.
Around 2011, Lee joined The Walking Sticks after ending her solo contract with Atlantic Records. The group underwent a significant style change, transitioning from folk rock to dream-pop, and released their second EP, "Send the Night," in late 2013.
In March 2016, The Walking Sticks changed their name to Shaed to reflect their evolving musical direction. They signed with Photo Finish Records in June 2016 and embarked on a tour with Marian Hill and Vérité later that year. In September 2016, Shaed released their debut EP under the new name, titled "Just Wanna See." The band gained further exposure when their single "Name On It" was featured in a Victoria's Secret commercial in May 2018. In April 2017, they toured as an opener for Bishop Briggs.
In September 2017, the band members moved in together and began recording their second EP, "Melt," in a home studio. Their breakout single, "Trampoline," was released on May 18, 2018, and gained significant attention. Shaed released "Melt" on September 21, 2018, through Photo Finish Records. The song "Trampoline" was also featured in an Apple MacBook Air commercial on October 30, 2018. In October 2018, Chelsea Lee and Spencer Ernst got married in Arlington, Virginia.
Shaed's single "No Other Way" was released on October 16, 2020, via Photo Finish Records, continuing their journey as a band, exploring their unique blend of indie pop and dream-pop elements.
Thunder
SHAED Lyrics
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they looked down from above
I never dreamed trouble could be coming from
so few people
where ever you are
let's get loud like thunder
know in your heart
they won't drag us under
every brick we lay will make us
stronger
all we heard was a whisper
when they paid for a beating drum
they never dreamed together
we could make a sound
that would drive them out
where ever you are
let's get loud like thunder
know in your heart
they won't drag us under
they can't blow
every brick we lay will make us
stronger
In SHAED's song Thunder, the lyrics tell a story of overcoming adversity and finding strength in the face of oppression. The first two lines describe a group of people walking up to a tower where others are looking down on them. The singer, however, never expected trouble to come from this group of people, as they seemed so small in number. The next lines are a call to action, as the singer beckons the listener to join them and be loud like thunder, to know in their heart that they won't be dragged under. Despite the challenges they may face, they will become stronger with every brick laid.
The song takes a turn in the next verse, as the singer describes a situation where a group tried to silence them with a "beating drum," but they never imagined that coming together they would make a sound that would drive them away. Once again, the lyrics are a call to action, with the singer telling the listener to be loud like thunder, to know in their heart that they won't be defeated. The final lines reiterate the idea that every brick they lay will make them stronger.
What makes this song so powerful is the energy in both the lyrics and the music itself. The beat is driving and pulsating, mirroring the idea of thunder. The lyrics are a call to action, empowering the listener to stand up against adversity and find strength in their community.
Line by Line Meaning
we walked up to the tower
We approached a high place.
they looked down from above
They were in a position of power.
I never dreamed trouble could be coming from so few people
I never thought that a small group of individuals could cause problems.
where ever you are
No matter where you are in the world.
let's get loud like thunder
Let's make a big noise that will be impossible to ignore.
know in your heart they won't drag us under
Believe firmly that they won't defeat us.
they can't blow
They can't destroy.
every brick we lay will make us stronger
Every little action we take will add to our strength.
all we heard was a whisper
All we initially heard was a small sound.
when they paid for a beating drum
When they tried to overpower us with loud noise.
they never dreamed together we could make a sound that would drive them out
They never imagined that our united voices could force them to retreat.
Contributed by Victoria S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@FairyAnam
Wherever you are
We walked up to the tower
They looked down from above
I never dreamed trouble could be coming from
So few people
Wherever you are
Let's get loud like thunder
Know in your heart
They won't drag us under
They can't blow
Every brick we lay will make us
Stronger
All we heard was a whisper
When they paid for a beating drum
They never dreamed together
We could make a sound
That would drive them out
Wherever you are
Let's get loud like thunder
Know in your heart
They won't drag us under
They can't blow
Every brick we lay will make us
Stronger
Yeah, yeah!
Wherever you are
Let's get loud like thunder
Know in your heart
They can't drag us under
They can't blow
Every brick we lay will make us
Stronger
Wherever you are
Let's get loud like thunder
Know in your heart
They won't drag us under
They can't blow
Every brick we lay will make us
Stronger
Every brick we lay will make us
Stronger
@brockbuffalo5399
The feeling that your music gives me isn’t describable
@judithpail9954
Brock Buffalo o k
@brockbuffalo5399
Cheese Sandwich ok
@nWoKilluminati
Its indescribable then
@brockbuffalo5399
Teabag Johnson *isnt describable
@nWoKilluminati
@Brock Buffalo yeah thats not how u say it, indescribable is the word you should of used dummy
@melissuccies
Shaed is very underrated. I wish more people would discover their talent so they'll get the attention they deserved💓
@thelucabrazzi
One of my favorite bands right now. So happy to see any new visuals from you guys thank you so much. Too bad you didn't play Perfume when I saw you in Vegas I've been listening to that song long as it's been out !
@shogunshadowfight9040
It’s actually a trio but I like this pop trio a lot too my favorite song from them is melt
@SHAED
THANK YOU ALL for the support!! Means so much to us!! Come hang with us on tour this fall!
http://www.shaedband.com/tour