Today we’d like to introduce you to Shane Webber.
Hi Shane, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Losing everything I thought defined me gave me the chance to discover who I really am.
Life has a way of rewriting our story when we least expect it. Mine went from nightclubs, music festivals, and living my dream to hospitals, vertigo, and starting over. Today, I’m sober, stronger, and more certain than ever that the hardest chapters can lead to the most meaningful ones.
I was born in Lowell, MA, and raised in Chelmsford after my parents divorced. My identical twin brother, older sister, and I were raised by our mom, who did everything she could to keep us on track. Music was my escape, I sang in chorus, played clarinet, and later dove into punk bands and electronic music production.
At 26, I moved with friends to San Diego to chase my dream of a life in music. I worked in nightclubs as an audio engineer, stage manager, lighting designer, and DJ, eventually helping run House2Ourselves, a rooftop party that grew into a full production role at Spin nightclub. I also toured the local scene with my brother as Post Script, opening for some of my favorite artists and working large-scale festivals with crowds of 30,000.
Then, in late 2023, my life changed overnight. I woke to severe vertigo, rushing sounds in my ear, and loss of balance. After months of tests, I was diagnosed with Ménière’s disease- a rare, progressive inner ear condition. I fell into depression, my drinking escalated, and I hit rock bottom.
A year later, I’m over 12 months sober, rebuilding my life with a new purpose. I work with a non-profit called MobilityDog, helping connect service dogs with people who have debilitating conditions. My mission now is to show others that there’s always hope, that the path is spiritual, and that creativity can still thrive, even when life takes you in a new direction.
If you would like to donate or learn more about MobilityDog you can visit their website (wwww.MobilityDog.org)
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I’ve faced a lot of challenges that shaped who I am today. My dad leaving at a young age created a crisis that carried into my teens, where I struggled with anxiety and depression. At 21, I survived being stabbed, which left me with PTSD. More recently, being diagnosed with Ménière’s disease forced me to completely change my lifestyle and put my career in live music and production on hold, at least for now. Each of these moments tested me, but they also pushed me to grow, to heal, and to find new ways to move forward.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar, what can you tell them about what you do?
Music has always been my first passion. There’s something about the math and science of engineering a sound from scratch, then shaping it into a song that captures exactly how I’m feeling. That’s a process I can’t wait to get back to. Over the years, I’ve also specialized in stage design, lighting design, video jockeying, and laser operation.
These days, I’ve been leaning more into graphic design, something I’ve loved since high school. Right now, I’m working on a 12-piece collection that tells the story of my journey over the past year, using permanent vinyl on canvas.
It’s hard to say which work I’m most proud of, because each medium represents a different part of me. Music, production, and visual art all carry pieces of my story. What sets me apart is my journey itself. I’ve been surrounded by so many different kinds of artists, and I’ve been able to draw inspiration from each of them. That blend of experiences has given me the ability to create something new and uniquely mine.
Any advice for finding a mentor or networking in general?
Trust your gut when it comes to finding a mentor. I believe the teachers we meet in life are meant for us, just as we’re meant to guide others along the way—there’s something almost divine about those connections.
At the same time, the best mentors and connections in my life came from being present. When you surround yourself with people who inspire you and focus on building genuine relationships, the right mentors and opportunities naturally follow.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @Post_script_Music
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shanelwebber
- Other: https://www.gofundme.com/f/wxjdp7-support-shanes-journey-to-independence/cl/o
Image Credits
Michael Thuemmler
