The Shades

Hi, everyone! I am the drummer and the lead vocalist for The Shades. From 1969 to December 1978, I was the lead vocalist with several Baltimore and Washington bands such as The Jade Brothers who were produced by Charlie Daniels in 1970, Animal Crackers, The American Star Band, Second Nature, Milk & Honey, and Karnival. In 1986, I started the original version of The Shades. In 1997, we reformed "The Shades" with the four original members. We are going strong today and hope to continue this wonderful journey for many years to come.

Dave Gardiner – Keyboards & Guitar

For over twenty (20) years, I have been playing for The Shades. I am from Thurmont, Maryland where I still reside. I enjoy playing the keyboard and the guitar. Like my fellow band brothers, I have played in numerous bands. I am playing the keyboard with The Shades and I look forward to seeing you at the next gig!

David “Gabby” Gabaldon – Guitar

 I am the Lead Guitarist with The Shades. My first professional job was playing with Jimmy Eller and The Little People, a popular band of the 70's in Washington, DC. While playing with The Eye,we were the backup band for touring oldie acts. The Eye formed its own oldies act called the Oldie Goldie All American Redneck Greaser Band. From there, I went on to play with the Groups, NewWork, The Shades, TheCutters, and the McCoy Band. During the 1980’s, I co-produced another project entitled Body Music by Nicolas. I finished the 80’s with The DC Dog and The Sevilles. In 1997, we regrouped as The Shades.

Alan Remsburg – Tenor Saxophone

I am also referred to as “Big Al”. I grew up in Frederick, Maryland and I have been playing musical instruments for as long as I can remember. My best memories as a young musician are when I played with the great Damian & The Classics. Over the years, I have played with many different bands from the Frederick, Baltimore, and Washington, DC areas such as Long Time Coming, Jokers Wild, Junior Cline & The Recliners, The Cool Jerks, and The Shades.The current four members of The Shadeshave played together for a long time and all of our music is the real deal (nothing canned).

 "See You at the Next Gig!"