American alternative rock band
They Might Be Giants, also known as TMBG, is an American band that was founded on January 1, 1982. The band originated in the United States. They explore various genres of music, including indie rock, alternative rock, power pop, children's music, experimental rock, geek rock, and avant-pop.
Founded in 1982, They Might Be Giants is an instance of persons known for their diverse and creative musical output.
They Might Be Giants (often abbreviated as TMBG) 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.[5] The duo's current backing band consists of Marty Beller, Dan Miller, and Danny Weinkauf.
The group have been noted 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.[6]
TMBG have released 23 studio albums. Flood has been certified platinum and their children's music albums Here Come the ABCs, Here Come the 123s, and Here Comes Science have all been certified gold. The band has won two Grammy Awards. They were nominated for a Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical.[7] The band has sold over 4 million records.[8]