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Thundercat

Stephen Lee Bruner

Thundercat is an American producer from Los Angeles, California active since 2000.

Profession
Musician, Singer, Songwriter
From
Los Angeles, California
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

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