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I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME (IDKHOW) is an American alternative pop musical project known for its retro-futuristic sound, blending elements of new wave, synth-pop, and indie rock.Formed in 2016 by Dallon Weekes (vocals, bass, keyboards) and Ryan Seaman (drums), IDKHOW emerged from Salt Lake City, Utah. The duo deliberately cultivated an air of mystery upon their debut, presenting themselves as a 'long-lost' band from the 1980s rediscovered. They self-released their first EP, '1981 Extended Play', in 2017. Signing with Fearless Records, they released their debut full-length album, 'Razzmatazz', in 2020. Their music is characterized by catchy melodies, theatrical vocals, vintage synth textures, and often cryptic or introspective lyrics exploring themes like fame, isolation, and societal pressures. While Weekes is the primary creative force, Seaman provides the rhythmic foundation. The project operates more as a collective than a traditional band for live performances.

• The project's unusual name is a direct quote spoken by the character Marty McFly in the 1985 film 'Back to the Future', referencing the mysterious Libyan terrorists who found him.
• Dallon Weekes was previously a touring bassist and backing vocalist for Panic! at the Disco from 2009 to 2017, contributing significantly to albums like 'Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die!' and 'Death of a Bachelor'.
• Ryan Seaman was the drummer for the post-hardcore band Falling In Reverse.
• IDKHOW's debut was shrouded in intentional mystery. They initially performed unannounced shows and released music without traditional promotion, fueling the narrative of being a 'lost' band.
• In a unique marketing stunt for 'Razzmatazz', the band pressed a single copy of the album onto a 24-karat gold vinyl record and hid it somewhere in the continental United States, inviting fans to find it using clues.
• Despite the '80s aesthetic influence, Weekes has stated the project isn't purely nostalgic but rather uses that sonic palette to explore contemporary themes.