[2] Maack's debut release, Shakey Ground, was noted for his cover of The Temptations' 1984 single "Treat Her Like a Lady" which featured the 2017 version of the group[3] singing background vocals.

Maack grew up Berlin, New Jersey,[4] and sang in different groups and bands throughout elementary and high school.

Shakey Ground's last track, "Here I Am", is the only original song on the project and was co-written by Maack and Williams.

Maack gained further recognition as an intern on The Preston & Steve Show, which broadcasts weekday mornings on WMMR in Philadelphia; singing and producing musical comedy bits and jingles for various segments.

Maack created and hosted the TriJam Podcast from 2018 to 2022 with fellow Philadelphia artists Shae Davis, Jo Rivers and standup comedian, Will Wright.