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Aivi & Surasshu is a musical duo renowned for composing the iconic soundtrack for the animated series Steven Universe, blending chiptune, jazz, ambient, and pop influences. Aivi Tran (pianist, composer) and Steven Velema (chiptune artist, programmer) collaborated primarily between 2013 and 2019. Their most significant work is the acclaimed score for Cartoon Network's Steven Universe. The duo met online through music communities and formed their partnership based on complementary styles. Their work on Steven Universe earned widespread critical praise and an Emmy nomination.

• Their collaboration began after meeting on the microblogging platform Tumblr, bonding over shared musical interests.
• Aivi Tran is classically trained and contributes delicate piano melodies and complex harmonies, while Surasshu (Steven Velema) specializes in intricate chiptune programming using Game Boys and other retro hardware.
• The duo was nominated for a 2019 Emmy Award in the Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics category for the song "Here Comes a Thought" from Steven Universe.
• While known primarily for Steven Universe, they also released independent albums like "The Black Box" and "Passage" showcasing their unique fusion sound.
• Both artists have pursued significant solo careers alongside the duo project: Aivi Tran releases solo piano and chamber music, and Surasshu creates chiptune music and develops music software tools.
• Their work on Steven Universe is notable for its emotional depth, thematic complexity, and its ability to seamlessly integrate into the show's narrative, becoming integral to the storytelling.