Stephen Lee Bruner, better known by his stage name Thundercat, is an eclectic and highly influential American musician whose talents encompass a mastery of the bass guitar, along with notable skills in singing and songwriting. Born on October 19, 1984, in Los Angeles, California, Thundercat comes from a family rich in musical heritage; he's the younger brother of drummer Ronald Bruner, Jr. and the son of drummer Ronald Bruner, Sr. His career skyrocketed through his contributions to Kendrick Lamar's critically acclaimed album "To Pimp a Butterfly," and he has since forged an impressive solo path characterized by a fusion of funk, soul, electronic, and jazz influences.

Thundercat's sound is marked by his virtuosic bass work and whimsical yet often poignant lyricism. His discography boasts several bold and critically acclaimed albums, including "The Golden Age of Apocalypse," "Apocalypse," "Drunk," and the 2020 Grammy-winning "It Is What It Is." His unique aesthetic and collaborative spirit have led him to work with a diverse array of artists, spanning different genres and generations, from the punk energy of Suicidal Tendencies to partnerships with Flying Lotus and Erykah Badu. Thundercat's charm extends beyond his versatile musicianship to his engaging stage presence, representing a blend of idiosyncratic humor and heartfelt connection with a wide-ranging fanbase that cherishes his every cosmic voyage into the world of progressive music.

Genres

Afrofuturism

Indie Soul

Related Artists

Kendrick Lamar

Flying Lotus

Kamasi Washington

Childish Gambino

Steve Lacy

Anderson .Paak

Erykah Badu

Robert Glasper

Hiatus Kaiyote

Mac Miller

BADBADNOTGOOD

Louis Cole

Latest Release

Candy Paint (feat. Thundercat)

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Thundercat

Single - Released June 27, 2024