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Dick Dale was an American rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter, hailed as the 'King of the Surf Guitar' for pioneering the surf music genre in the early 1960s with his explosive, reverb-drenched guitar sound and rapid alternate picking technique.Born in Boston to a Lebanese father and Polish mother, Dale moved to Southern California as a teenager. A multi-instrumentalist, he took up the guitar and fused influences from Middle Eastern music (learned from his uncle) with rockabilly and countr...

American indie folk band renowned for their intricate vocal harmonies, pastoral lyrics, and baroque pop influences.Formed in Seattle in 2006 by frontman Robin Pecknold, Fleet Foxes gained rapid acclaim with their self-titled debut album (2008) and the Sun Giant EP (2008).Their sound, characterized by rich harmonies and acoustic instrumentation, drew comparisons to folk-rock and West Coast pop of the 1960s/70s.After a hiatus following the release of 'Helplessness Blues' (2011), the band return...

British musical prodigy known for complex harmonies, multi-instrumentalism, and genre-blending innovationMulti-Grammy-winning artist who gained fame through YouTube, revolutionizing modern music with his harmonic sophistication and interactive live performances....

Hannah Baldoz is an American contemporary composer, multi-instrumentalist, and sound artist known for her genre-defying work that blends experimental electronics, found sounds, field recordings, and intricate acoustic textures.Born in 1987, Baldoz studied composition at Mills College (MFA) and the University of California, San Diego (PhD). She has received commissions from ensembles like the JACK Quartet, International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE), and Spektral Quartet, and residencies at inst...

Tame Impala is the psychedelic music project of Australian multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and record producer Kevin Parker.Kevin Parker, born in Sydney and raised in Perth, Australia, started Tame Impala as a home-recording project in the late 2000s. His self-released debut EP gained attention, leading to a record deal. Parker writes, records, produces, and performs almost all parts of Tame Impala's music himself in the studio, though he tours with a live band....

American musician and animator known for surreal lo-fi pop compositions and distinctive DIY visual aesthetics.Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Stauber gained recognition through viral animated music videos on YouTube. He independently produces genre-blending music spanning lo-fi, experimental pop, and avant-garde genres....

British acid jazz and funk bandFormed in London in 1992, led by frontman Jay Kay. Known for blending funk, disco, and soul with socially conscious lyrics. Achieved global success with multiplatinum albums and iconic singles....

American contemporary Christian musician, singer, songwriter, and actorMichael W. Smith emerged as a pivotal figure in contemporary Christian music during the 1980s. His career spans over four decades with 18 studio albums, multiple Grammy Awards, and over 15 million albums sold....

Ismail Marzuki was a prolific and highly influential Indonesian composer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist celebrated as a national hero for his patriotic songs during the Indonesian National Revolution.Born in Kwitang, Batavia (now Jakarta), Dutch East Indies, Ismail Marzuki displayed musical talent early, mastering instruments like the guitar, piano, accordion, saxophone, and flute largely self-taught. He began composing in the 1930s across diverse genres including kroncong, Hawaiian, ...

American singer-songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalistGrammy-winning artist renowned for solo work and collaborations with Billie Eilish, born in Los Angeles to actor parents, began career as child actor before shifting focus to music production....