Robert Shupe

Prepare for a journey of joyful despair. Shupe creates haunting, despondent rock anthems that balance brooding instrumentals with raw, evocative lyrics. His songs capture the essence of human struggle, resilience, and the shadows that linger in our past, exploring themes of introspection, melancholy, and the darker sides of life. With gritty, driving basslines, haunting piano melodies, and brooding guitar riffs, Robert creates rich, unpolished soundscapes that pull listeners into a world of emotional turmoil. Shupe’s deep, resonant vocals evoke a sense of urgency and depth. The arrangements blend the raw energy of rock with the delicate nuance of haunting folk music.

His lyrics weave tales of eerie memories and the weight of past choices, exploring how they shape our present. Lines filled with vivid imagery evoke a sense of longing and loss, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences. This relatability paired with its dark, poetic and often whimsical undertones force the listener into emotional exploration and introspection.

Originally from Ogden, Utah, Shupe now calls Westchester, New York home. He has played and recorded music for over 30 years. From 2001-2004 he played bass and guitar in Her Blacklist, a SLC sludge metal band whose material is available on most streaming platforms. Today he writes, performs, records and produces his own music from his home or studio in Connecticut.