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Handsome Boy Modeling School

Handsome Boy Modeling School is an innovative hip-hop and trip-hop duo composed of producers Prince Paul (Paul Huston) and Dan the Automator (Daniel Nakamura), whose collaboration emerged from a shared sense of humor and a penchant for eclectic sounds. The name itself is a reference to a sketch from the absurdist comedy TV show "Get a Life" starring Chris Elliott, where the main character attends a modeling school by that name. This offbeat sense of humor permeates their work and sets the tone for their unique approach to music.

The duo first made waves with their debut album "So...How's Your Girl?" released in 1999, which showcased their ability to blend disparate genres and featured a host of collaborations with artists such as Del the Funky Homosapien, Sean Lennon, and Mike D from the Beastie Boys. They continued to push the boundaries with their sophomore effort "White People," released in 2004, which includes tracks like "The World's Gone Mad" and has contributions from a diverse array of musicians including Jack Johnson, John Oates, and Pharrell Williams. Despite the long hiatus following "White People," the group's influence on the alternative hip-hop scene is marked by their ability to craft stories through soundscapes, weaving together elements of funk, jazz, and electronic music. Handsome Boy Modeling School's work remains a testament to their innovative spirit, with each project a unique case study in genre-blending and collaboration.

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