“A funk fueled ensemble bringing intricate harmonies, lush arrangements, and positive vibes to every stage”
Hailing from Jacksonville, FL is the genre bending power house ensemble, Alchematic. With music heavily rooted in funk, jazz, blues, psychedelic soul, and hip hop the band brings an undeniable energy that transcends conventional wisdom. Derived from the word Alchemy, Alchematic’s mission is to provide an experience that inspires hope and a shift in perspective. Chelsey Michelle illuminates the stage with an infectious voice that effortlessly flows through the harmonic intricacies of guitarist Chris Underdal’s arrangements. The rhythm section consist of drummer, Chris Castro, who lays down rhythmic soundscapes to be flawlessly bridged to the melody by bassist Jeremy Gray. Aaron Thorla adds his melodic & rhythmic touch which compliments the rhythm section. With three part harmonies that will knock you flat, a high energy stage presence and tight chemistry, Alchematic’s intention can transcend even the optical experience. Each band member has a different background, a different story and is uniquely gifted creating a truly distinct sound. Chelsey Michelle uses thought provoking lyrics in tales of adversity with hopes in encouraging others who feel unheard to speak their minds. The philosophy is turning dust to gold, poison to medicine, disparity to abundance, ultimately, the alchemy of experience. With this mission in mind the band is an unapologetic force to be felt and witnessed. So with that we present to you, Alchematic; the science of the soul.
Chelsey “Cha Cha” Michelle is a singer/songwriter best known for being the leading lady of Alchematic and Chelsey Michelle Music. She has become recognized for her soulful, velvety voice and for creating raw, authentic lyrics that resonate. Originally from South Florida, Chelsey has a background of many artistic disciplines. She grew up dancing, modeling and has worked for a variety of entertainment companies since the early age of 15. At the age of 19, she joined an original hip hip fusion band where she cultivated her sound. Wanting to explore other genres, she formed a female funk duo “2 Dope Girls” that played covers and originals at the South Beach Group Hotels and all over Miami. In 2013, She started working as a Lyrical Expression teacher at The Motivational Edge and at an In-Patient Psychiatric program for under resourced youth. Her students were the ones who helped her reach vulnerability and transparency on stage and in her songs. She overcame her anxiety and stage fright by finding someone to be strong for and by showing them how to get up. It’s as if those students wrote her songs indirectly and changed her writing style forever. They enhanced her artistic vision, gave meaning to her life, and became a personal antidote to her own suffering. Teaching musical therapy was a life changing experience that led her to take music to the full extent. Her purpose has continued to evolve after witnessing music saving lives. In 2015, Chelsey relocated to Jacksonville, Fl to pursue music as a full time career.
In 2016, she met lead guitarist and music director of Alchematic, Chris Underdal at a musicians jam. Soon after, they started booking gigs and creating original music as a duo. The duo then evolved to a full band. With hundreds of shows under their belt, they have toured regionally, played music festivals and keep the band working full time. They are the creators, founders and core of the Chelsey Michelle Music brand and Alchematic. They continue to challenge their musical limits and take the band to new heights.
Guitarist Chris “Underdog” Underdal hails from Winston- Salem, NC where he began his music career. While studying classical tuba, he picked up guitar, and his influences expanded into bluegrass, rock, jazz, blues, and soul music. In 2014, he moved to Jacksonville, FL to pursue a degree in Music Technology. It was here he met Chelsey Michelle and co- founded Alchematic, which he currently writes and performs with. Outside of the band, Chris regularly performs with his peers, ranging from sub work in cover bands to musicals such as “The Wiz.” He also works as a sound engineer and a freelance recording engineer.