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The Birthday Massacre is a Canadian electronic rock band known for their distinctive blend of darkwave, synthpop, new wave, and alternative rock, characterized by atmospheric synths, driving guitars, and Chibi's ethereal vocals, often contrasted with dark, introspective lyrics.Formed in London, Ontario, Canada, in 1999 under the name Imagica. Changed name to The Birthday Massacre in 2002. Core members are vocalist Chibi (Sara 'Chibi' Taylor), guitarist/programmer Rainbow (Michael Rainbow), and guitarist Michael Falcore. Released debut album 'Nothing and Nowhere' in 2002. Gained a dedicated international following through consistent touring and a unique blend of dark synth textures, catchy melodies, and a distinct visual aesthetic combining elements of horror, fantasy, and retro pop culture. Maintained a remarkably stable core lineup for over two decades.

• The band's name change from Imagica to The Birthday Massacre was inspired by a lyric in the song "Happy Birthday" from their early demo days, reflecting their juxtaposition of bright, poppy sounds with darker themes.
• They are renowned for their striking visual identity, heavily influenced by 1980s horror, anime, and dark fantasy, which permeates their album artwork, music videos, and stage presence.
• Despite critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase (often referred to as "The Birthday Massacre Collective"), the band has largely remained an underground phenomenon, achieving success through relentless touring and direct fan engagement rather than mainstream chart dominance.
• Their music frequently explores themes of alienation, childhood nostalgia tinged with darkness, dreams, loss, and the complexities of human connection.