Thundercat
Stephen Lee Bruner
Thundercat is an American producer from Los Angeles, California active since 2000.
- Profession
- Musician, Singer, Songwriter
- Born
- October 19, 1984
- Years active
- 2000–present
Early life
A Los Angeles native and virtuoso bassist, Stephen Bruner played with Suicidal Tendencies before his solo and session career.
Career
He played a central role on Kendrick Lamar's "To Pimp a Butterfly" and released acclaimed solo albums "Drunk" and "It Is What It Is."
Major achievements
He won multiple Grammy Awards as a soloist and collaborator.
Legacy
Thundercat is a generation-defining bassist bridging jazz fusion, funk, and modern hip-hop.
References
Frequently asked questions about Thundercat
- What is Thundercat known for?
- Thundercat is an American producer from Los Angeles, California active since 2000. Thundercat is recognized as a musician, singer, and songwriter.
- Where is Thundercat from?
- Thundercat is from Los Angeles, California.
- When was Thundercat born?
- Thundercat was born on October 19, 1984, in Los Angeles, California.
- What kind of music does Thundercat make?
- Thundercat's music spans Funk, Jazz fusion, R&B, and Soul.
- Is Thundercat still active?
- Yes — Thundercat has been active since 2000 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Thundercat been associated with?
- Thundercat has been associated with Brainfeeder.
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