I've been immersed in music my entire life. From middle school bands and high school choirs to church groups, Christian bands, and a pop-metal band - music has been my constant. Since the pandemic, I’ve shifted my focus to alt-R&B, stepping into a solo career as a singer-songwriter and producer. Last year, I started releasing music to share my sound and story with the world.

I feel as if I have lived more than a few lives. I’ve traveled the world, seen the highs and lows, and learned love and heartbreak from every angle. I’m a father of two who once walked a different path, thinking I had to be heterosexual. Luckily that was just a phase. It turns out that was just one chapter. But that journey gave me my incredible kids, and I’m grateful for every step that led me here as an out queer father and artist.

All of this informs my work. Love, loss, joy, and pain are universal, and I want my music to be a voice for those who haven’t found the words or melody to express their own experiences. My hope is that my songs offer comfort, understanding, and a path forward for those who find themselves in the shadows of their own story.

Looking to collaborate, remix, or co-write? Hit me up: xandershanksmusic@gmail.com