Pixelh8, the stage name of Matthew C. Applegate, is an innovative British chiptune artist and video game music composer renowned for his unique approach to creating music using vintage computers and old-school gaming systems. With a career that stretches back to the early 2000s, Pixelh8 has made a significant impact on the chiptune and electronic music scenes, garnering a devoted following and critical acclaim for his work that blends nostalgic video game sounds with contemporary musical sensibilities.

His discography, marked by releases like "Obsolete?", which questions the rapid progression of technology and its impacts, and "The Boy With The Digital Heart," an album that tells a personal story through synthesized sounds, showcases his skill in turning the bleeps and bloops of yesteryear's tech into intricate, emotive compositions. Pixelh8’s work extends beyond albums, as evidenced by his contributions to video game soundtracks such as "Ocarbot Soundtrack" and "Cross Side Soundtrack," where his compositions create immersive and memorable auditory experiences. His influence is also educational, as he has conducted workshops and presentations on the mathematics and art behind his music, further underlining his dedication to both the preservation and innovation of chiptune music.