Shaun J. Wright
American DJ, producer, vocalist, and dancer
Shaun J. Wright is an American DJ, producer, singer and dancer known for Chicago house music and ballroom culture.
Early life and education
Wright was born and raised in Maywood, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago. As a child, they were introduced to house music through local Chicago radio and the city's dance culture. Wright has credited their mother as an early musical influence, noting that she was a lead singer in a band, and often played Steely Dan, Anita Baker, and The Manhattan Transfer while preparing for performances.
As a teenager, Wright became familiar with elements of ballroom culture by visiting black, gay clubs in Chicago. At age 15, Wright viewed the 1991 documentary Paris is Burning, which Wright credits for helping them connect what they observed at local clubs and balls.
Wright attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, and became active as a dancer and voguer in the city's local ballroom scene. They later attended the London College of Fashion, and graduated with a Master of Arts in Fashion Curation.
Career
In 2008, Wright relocated to New York City, where they were introduced to Andrew Butler, who founded the indie electronic band, Hercules and Love Affair. They joined the band as lead vocalist and began touring with the group in 2009.
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