DIY music

American singer-songwriter celebrated for his witty, geek-culture-inspired folk-pop music.Jonathan Coulton gained prominence through his innovative "Thing a Week" project (2005-2006), releasing 52 songs in a year. His breakthrough came with viral hits like "Code Monkey" and "Re: Your Brains," establishing him as a pioneer of nerd-folk. Coulton composed the acclaimed soundtrack for the video game Portal ("Still Alive") and frequently collaborates with figures like John Hodgman and Paul & Storm...

Vulfpeck is an American funk and soul band known for their minimalist arrangements, tight grooves, vintage aesthetic, and innovative approaches to music distribution.Formed in 2011 by multi-instrumentalist Jack Stratton alongside Theo Katzman, Woody Goss, and Joe Dart at the University of Michigan.Gained significant online popularity through self-produced videos and albums released primarily on YouTube and streaming platforms.Notable for their distinctive instrumental sound, often featuring D...

American podcaster, comedian, writer, producer, and voice actor, known for his central role in the McElroy family media empire, including the hit podcast 'My Brother, My Brother and Me' (MBMBaM). While not primarily a traditional musician, he has significant involvement in creating music for podcasts, video series, and comedy albums.Griffin McElroy rose to prominence as one-third of the comedy podcast 'My Brother, My Brother and Me' alongside his brothers Justin and Travis. This success led t...

American indie rock band known for whimsical lyrics, eclectic sound, and signature color-coded neckties.Formed at the University of Michigan in 2002, Tally Hall released two studio albums: 'Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum' (2005) and 'Good & Evil' (2011). The band featured Rob Cantor (yellow tie), Joe Hawley (red tie), Andrew Horowitz (green tie), Zubin Sedghi (blue tie), and Ross Federman (gray tie). They gained a cult following through internet virality and innovative DIY projects befo...

Swedish folktronica band renowned for creating intricate, hand-built marble machines that compose and play music.Wintergatan, founded by Martin Molin in 2013, is a Swedish musical project blending folk, electronic, and experimental music. Its global fame exploded in 2016 with the viral video 'Marble Machine,' featuring Molin's hand-cranked, marble-powered instrument. The band operates as a collective, focusing on instrument invention and complex mechanical music-making....

Welsh singer-songwriter known for theatrical vocals and conceptual pop albums exploring identity and feminism.Born in Wales to Greek father and Welsh mother. Self-released debut EP 'Mermaid vs Sailor' (2007). Signed to Neon Gold/679 Recordings (2008)....

British indie musician and singer-songwriter known for intimate lo-fi bedroom pop exploring mental health and identity.Robin Skinner began self-releasing music as Cavetown on YouTube during his teens, gaining a global following through platforms like Bandcamp and Spotify. His DIY approach features self-produced tracks recorded in his bedroom, with themes addressing LGBTQ+ experiences, anxiety, and personal growth across multiple albums including 'Lemon Boy' and 'Sleepyhead'....

American singer-songwriter and social media personality known for his introspective indie pop anthems capturing the anxieties and heartbreaks of young adulthood.Born in California, Gray spent much of his childhood moving around the US and Japan. He gained initial fame through YouTube vlogs documenting his teenage life in Texas. Self-taught in music production, he released his debut EP 'Sunset Season' in 2018....

American singer-songwriter and musician known for blending indie pop, folk, and bedroom pop.Born in Los Angeles, Montgomery gained viral fame through TikTok in 2020 with his 2016 single "Line Without a Hook." He independently released his debut album "Montgomery Ricky" in 2016 and later signed with Warner Records. His music often explores mental health and personal struggles....

Canadian rapper, singer, and songwriter known for viral hits and genre-blending music.Alexander Gumuchian, professionally known as bbno$ (pronounced 'baby no money'), emerged from Vancouver's underground scene. He gained global fame with the 2019 viral hit 'Lalala', which surpassed 1 billion streams. A prolific collaborator, he blends hip-hop, pop rap, and trap while maintaining a self-deprecating, humorous persona....