In the early stages of 2001, fresh out of high school and all out of local muscians, Nick Shortt was forced to pick up the guitar or close up shop.Soon after picking up the guitar he started to write songs. After years of developement and being locked up in the basements of Suburban/Countryside Ontario homes he brought his music to the stage.

With shows at the Legendary Horseshoe Tavern in Toronto, as well as sets at the Georgian College Campus in Barrie, Plus a request to record for a Benefit Album he has taken his music to a new level.

With Up beat toe tappin rythems and catchy clever lyrics, plus a ripping bassline Excellerater is a band with credable,honest music  in a time where music is mass produced with no heart, Excellerater is a fine alternative.