Shelby Trapid is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Montréal, Québec. 

Initially writing and performing with bands in the early 2010s, Shelby reappeared on the Montreal independent music scene in 2022 with their debut solo release, Everything I could not fix I broke into smaller pieces. Their follow-up album,  No Ambition, Only Desire, was released in 2024.

The creative process behind the first two albums is discussed at length here. Their third solo record is forthcoming.

Shelby holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from McGill University and has delved into the realms of psycholinguistics and music cognition as a researcher. Their penchant for analysis and experimentation is woven into the fabric of their songwriting and production style.

In addition to music production and performance, Shelby maintains a multidisciplinary visual arts practice that includes collage, printmaking and textiles.