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MGMT

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TypeGroup
Born inMiddletown, ConnecticutUnited States
Active since200224 years active
Country of originUnited States

Biography

MGMT is an American rock band formed in 2002 in Middletown, Connecticut, by Andrew VanWyngarden and Benjamin Goldwasser, establishing themselves as one of the most influential figures in psychedelic rock and indie pop and as one of the most successful bands of their generation. Initially known as "The Management", they changed their name to MGMT in 2005, establishing the foundation for their future success and demonstrating their ability to create innovative music while maintaining their authenticity. Their debut album, "Oracular Spectacular" (2007), received critical acclaim and catapulted them to fame with singles such as "Time to Pretend", "Electric Feel" and "Kids", consolidating their recognition in the music industry and their impact on contemporary music. Their music is characterized by a fusion of psychedelic, pop and electronic sounds, consolidating their global success and cultural impact. Throughout their career, they have experimented with various styles and released albums such as "Congratulations" (2010), "MGMT" (2013) and "Little Dark Age" (2018), consolidating their international recognition and impact on contemporary music. The band has been recognized for its ability to fuse genres such as indie pop, synth-pop and psychedelic rock, maintaining a loyal fan base and significant influence in alternative music, consolidating its continued success and ability to create meaningful music while maintaining its authenticity. Throughout their career, MGMT has been recognized for their ability to combine musical talent, innovative production and a genuine connection with their global audience, using their art as a tool for creative expression and connection with their audience, establishing themselves as one of the most influential figures in psychedelic rock and indie pop and as one of the most successful bands of their generation. Their influence transcends music, establishing themselves as a cultural figure of great relevance worldwide and as a role model for bands seeking to explore new creative boundaries. MGMT continues to be an influential figure in music and popular culture, exploring new projects and collaborations that expand the boundaries of indie pop and music in general, establishing themselves as one of the most successful bands of their generation, with a career that has demonstrated their ability to evolve and remain relevant in the music industry while using their platform to create a positive impact on the world.

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Main genre

INDIE

Main subgenres

psychedelic indieart indieindietronica

Profile

City of birth
Middletown, Connecticut
Country of birth
United States

Also known as

The Managementエムジーエムティー

Members

  • Andrew VanWyngarden (Andrew Wells VanWyngarden) · Voz, guitarra
  • Ben Goldwasser (Benjamin Nicholas Hunter Goldwasser) · Teclados, voz
2002Debut
2007First recorded concert
2008First recorded festival
2026Today

Festivalography

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03Festivals
02Countries
7 editions

Concertography

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Tour map

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