They Might Be Giants is an American alternative rock band formed in 1982 by John Flansburgh and John Linnell. During TMBG's early years, Flansburgh and Linnell frequently performed as a duo, often accompanied by a drum machine. In the early 1990s, TMBG expanded to include a backing band. The duo's current backing band consists of Marty Beller, Dan Miller, and Danny Weinkauf. The group is known for their uniquely experimental and absurdist style of alternative music, typically using surreal, humorous lyrics and unconventional instruments in their songs. Over their career, they have found success on the modern rock and college radio charts. They have also found success in children's music, and in theme music for several television programs and films. The duo has been credited as vital in the creation of the prolific DIY music scene in Brooklyn in the mid-1980s. TMBG have released 22 studio albums.
| Also known as | TMBG, El Grupo De Rock and Roll |
| Origin | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, indie rock, experimental rock, art rock, avant-pop, children's music, geek rock |
| Years active | 1982–present |
| Labels | Bar/None, Barsuk, Restless, Elektra, Zoë, Disney Sound, Rough Trade, Rounder, Lojinx, Megaforce |
| Associated acts | Mono Puff, Robin Goldwasser, Jonathan Coulton, The Young Fresh Fellows, Mike Doughty |
| Members | John Flansburgh, John Linnell, Dan Miller, Danny Weinkauf, Marty Beller |
| Past members | Hal Cragin, Brian Doherty, Jonathan Feinberg, Dan Hickey, Kurt Hoffman, Graham Maby, Tony Maimone, Eric Schermerhorn |
| Bandcamp artist ID | tmbg |
About They Might Be Giants
Grammy Award-winning band whose 1st Grammy came in 2002 for the single "Boss of Me," the song played over the opening credits of each episode of Malcolm in the Middle. They won their 2nd for the album Here Come the 123s.
Achievement of They Might Be Giants
The origins of the band come from both Lincoln, Massachusetts and Brooklyn, New York. They'd become known for their alternative rock music as well as children's music albums.
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Latest information about They Might Be Giants updated on July 28 2021.
