The Spring Up is the result of fortunate timing, grapefruit Perrier, a shared high school obsession with Outkast's Aquemeni, and a couple of sessions at Skratch Bastid's Toronto studio in April 2013. The 5 track collection marks a moment in time for the pair; embodying the spirit of Spring and also serving as a sort of prelude to Shad's Flying Colours, to which Skratch Bastid also contributes. The collection features a production assist from DJ Jazzy Jeff, and a turn on the mic from compatriot Cadence Weapon. released June 12, 2013 Synth and Bass on Peace by I. W. K. Koiter. Speech on Peace by Chris Hedges Mixed by Elijah Walsh Cover art by Gaurav Sawhney | Photo by Matthew Bokor Shad appeared c/o Black Box Music