Danger Mouse, born Brian Joseph Burton on July 29, 1977, is an illustrious American musician, songwriter, and record producer who has played an integral role in modern music across multiple genres. Famed for his eclectic approach to production, Burton adopted his stage name from a British animated television series character, which later became synonymous with innovative and genre-defying music. His initial breakthrough came with "The Grey Album" in 2004, where he expertly blended a cappella recordings of Jay-Z's "The Black Album" with instrumentals from The Beatles' "The White Album" – a project that set the tone for his daring and pioneering style.

Over the years, Danger Mouse has been associated with an array of projects and collaborations that have brought him critical acclaim and commercial success. Notably, he formed Gnarls Barkley with CeeLo Green, where their hit "Crazy" became an international phenomenon. His discography also includes pivotal work with the likes of The Black Keys, Norah Jones, and Adele. In his most recent releases, you can hear Danger Mouse's genius in "Cheat Codes", a re-invigorated essence of his sprawling production prowess, and "Strangers", where he collaborates with hip-hop heavyweights A$AP Rocky and Run The Jewels. He continues to push boundaries with tracks like "Aquamarine" and "Because", cementing his status as one of the contemporary era's most creative and sought-after producers.

Genres

Alternative Hip Hop

Mashup

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Latest Release

Super Breath

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Danger Mouse

Single - Released July 24, 2024