The Yogscast

A British online media production company and content collective, primarily known for gaming content but also producing notable comedic and parody music.Founded in 2008 by Lewis Brindley and Simon Lane as a YouTube channel focused on World of Warcraft guides.Rapidly gained fame through the "Shadow of Israphel" Minecraft series.Expanded into a large multi-channel network featuring diverse creators.Produced viral comedic music videos and original game soundtracks, most famously "Diggy Diggy Hole".Remains a major force in online entertainment, encompassing gaming, podcasts, animation, and music.
  • The name "Yogscast" originated from their World of Warcraft guild, "Ye Olde Goone Squade".
  • Their song "Diggy Diggy Hole", created for a Minecraft animation, became a massive viral hit within the gaming community, spawning numerous covers and parodies, and was later professionally re-recorded with the band Wind Rose.
  • The collective has faced internal controversies and public disputes between members over the years, including the high-profile departure of key founding members Hannah Rutherford and Simon Lane (though Lane later returned in a reduced capacity).
  • Beyond music, they are renowned for their annual "Jingle Jam" charity livestream, raising millions of pounds for various causes.
  • Despite their massive success online, they experienced significant financial difficulties around 2014-2015 due to rapid expansion and business model challenges, requiring restructuring.