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Gotye

Gotye, the stage name of Wouter "Wally" De Backer, is a Belgian-Australian multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter who has garnered international acclaim in the world of music. Born on May 21, 1980, in Bruges, Belgium, and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Gotye has made an indelible mark with his eclectic blend of indie pop, rock, and sometimes even an infusion of electronic and experimental sounds. His career took a massive leap forward with the release of the multi-platinum album "Making Mirrors" in 2011, which included the ubiquitous hit single "Somebody That I Used To Know." This Grammy Award-winning song, featuring New Zealand artist Kimbra, achieved number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and has since remained a defining track of the early 2010s.

Prior to his mainstream breakthrough, Gotye had already established a firm foundation in the indie music scene with albums "Like Drawing Blood" in 2006 and "Boardface" in 2003. "Like Drawing Blood" was particularly well-received in Australia, earning a spot in the Top 10 of Triple J's Hottest 100 list for 2006. Before "Making Mirrors," Gotye also released a remix collection for his upbeat track "Learnalilgivinanlovin" and another album's worth of remixes titled "Eyes Wide Open (Remix Bundle)." Despite the whirlwind of success following his global hit, Gotye maintains a relatively low profile, focusing on his music and collaborative projects. His interest in the layers of sound extends to releasing remixes, as seen with tracks like "Somebody That I Used To Know (Tiësto Remix)" and "Ghosts," which keep his presence pulsating in the dance and electronic music realms.

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