JT Music

JT Music is a duo from southern Maine, made up of John (Pat) and Christian (Skull), who started their journey accidentally with their first viral music video, "The Greatest Ever." Since then, they’ve created music for games like Call of Duty, Minecraft, and Bioshock, gaining a loyal following. Known for their bi-weekly video game music videos, they also explore live-action content and host the Nerdcore Party Convention. To get a taste of JT Music, check out their Bioshock Rap, Cuphead Rap, and DOOM Rap!

Rockit Music

Rockit Gaming started in 2015, led by Russell McKamey, and was soon joined by Vince Newsom. Together, under the names Rockit and Vinny Noose, they aimed to bring the underground genre of Nerdcore to the mainstream with catchy hooks, strong melodies, and commercial production. With over 300k YouTube subscribers and 200k monthly listeners on Spotify, they've made a name in the Nerdcore scene. They also co-founded the Nerdcore Party Convention alongside JT Music. Notable tracks include the Sombra Song “Fuego (I’m On Fire),” “Meantime,” and “Fatalities.”

The Living Tombstone

The Living Tombstone, dubbed "the internet's biggest gaming band" by NME, has amassed over 40 billion streams across platforms. Formed by Yoav Landau in 2011 and joined by Sam Haft in 2017, their music has been featured in major films and games. The band has also achieved RIAA Platinum status for their work.

Mega Ran

Mega Ran, a teacher, rapper, and hero, has been creating video game-inspired music for over a decade. A four-time Billboard-charting artist, he continues to innovate, recently releasing his book "Dream Master" and becoming a Twitch partner as a video game music DJ. His latest album, "Protoculture Season," in collaboration with Penny the Great and SlopFunkDust, is out now.

DaddyPhatSnaps

Daddyphatsnaps is a rapper and audio engineer who primarily creates music in the nerdcore genre. Starting in 2014 and fully diving into music in 2017, he found early success with video game and superhero-themed songs before becoming a prominent figure in anime nerdcore rap. With over 450,000 YouTube subscribers, some of his biggest hits include "Unbreakable," "Legendary," and "Invincible."

GameBoyJones

GameboyJones, also known as Austin IRL, is a rapper who blends his love for geek culture and anime with rap music. He started his music career by entering rap contests and creating viral geeky cover songs, which led him to pursue music full-time. Known for his viral TikTok hit "Uraraka!" inspired by My Hero Academia, GameboyJones now creates anime-inspired tracks and showcases his unique style on YouTube, Spotify, and other platforms.

Cam Steady

Cam Steady is a Los Angeles-based rapper who blends pop culture themes with new-age hip hop, known for his aggressive delivery and chaotic production style. He gained fame in 2012 with "VideoGameRapBattles," a series that pits pop culture icons against each other in lyrical battles, amassing over 200 million streams. Fusing hardcore rap and metal with video games and anime, Steady has created a unique space that appeals to both traditional hip-hop fans and gamers alike.

Rustage

Rustage is a British anime and nerdcore rapper and producer known for releasing weekly raps about a variety of anime, including Naruto, My Hero Academia, Dragon Ball Z, and Seven Deadly Sins. With over 400,000 YouTube subscribers, he is a prominent figure in the anime rap community. Popular tracks to start with include the Meliodas Rap "Dragon" and the Kakashi Rap "Copy."

The Stupendium

The Stupendium, also known as Greg Holgate, is a UK-based creator who combines games, animation, hip hop, and musical theatre into his unique brand of nerdcore content. He rose to popularity in 2017 with the release of "Find the Keys," a rap/musical about the game Bendy and the Ink Machine. Known for character-driven, quirky music videos, The Stupendium has become a niche sensation in nerdcore, with standout videos like "A Pizza the Action," "The Toybox," and "The Fine Print."

DAGames

DAGames, led by British YouTuber and musician Will Ryan, is known for creating music inspired by video games, particularly Bendy and the Ink Machine and Five Nights at Freddy's. With over 2 million YouTube subscribers and 100 million Spotify streams, DAGames has become a powerhouse in gaming-themed music. Their most popular tracks include "Build our Machine," "Brothers in Arms," and "Break my Mind," showcasing a wide variety of gaming-inspired music.

CK9C

[CK9C] ChaoticCanineCulture, led by Jorge Aguilar II, delves into the darker side of nerdcore music, often collaborating with his sister, Elizabeth Ann. The channel is known for theatrical, spooky songs inspired by indie horror games like Five Nights at Freddy's and Bendy & the Ink Machine. With viral hits like "You Can’t Hide" and "Funtime Dance Floor," CK9C offers a mix of electronic soundscapes and big band jazz while maintaining a creatively chaotic upload schedule.

Shwabadi

Shwabadi is a British rapper known for his high-energy tracks, aggressive vocals, and catchy hooks designed to energize crowds. He combines bouncy beats and clever wordplay with anime and pop culture themes, gaining over 150,000 subscribers on YouTube. His unique style has made him a standout in the nerdcore music scene.

Shao Dow

Shao Dow is an award-winning rapper, manga author, and martial artist who blends music, anime, gaming, and martial arts in his work. Trained in Shaolin Kung Fu in China, he has independently built his music career, winning the AIM Award for Hardest Working Artist and releasing music in both English and Japanese. Known for his dynamic live performances, Shao has collaborated with icons like Sean Schemmel and Tech N9ne, while also contributing music to projects like Fortnite, God of War, and Shaggy Ball Z vs One Jump Man.

ChewieCatt

ChewieCatt is a 29-year-old singer/songwriter, rapper, and content creator from Raleigh, North Carolina, who also works as a school counselor. Initially starting his YouTube channel for gaming content, his Sea of Thieves-inspired song and later "The Baby Yoda Song" (which gained over 65 million views) propelled him into nerdcore music. With over 700k subscribers, he’s now known for songs about Fortnite, Apex Legends, and Among Us, while also releasing non-nerdcore music under the name "Chewie."

NerdOut

The8thHawk, NemRaps, and Ben Schuller formed NerdOut in late 2015, combining their YouTube fame to create a collaborative channel focused on nerd culture through modern rock, rap, and comedy. Within months, their channel skyrocketed, hitting a million subscribers by 2017 and gaining support from top video game developers. NerdOut's "The Fortnite Rap Battle" became a viral hit in 2018, garnering 60 million views in just six months and solidifying their place in gaming music.

OR3O

OR3O is a unique YouTube creator known for her nerdcore music, with popular tracks like "All Eyes on Me," "Doki Doki Forever," and "Meow (にゃー)." She has also collaborated on songs such as "Basics in Behavior" by The Living Tombstone and "Just Monika" by Random Encounters.

DizzyEight

DizzyEight is a Louisiana-native hip-hop artist known for his diverse sound that blends rap, rock, trap, pop, and R&B. He gained recognition in the NerdCore community with hits like “Sharingan” and “Sacrifices” after starting his music career on YouTube in 2017. With over 100 tracks in his catalog, Dizzy plans to release his first full solo project later this year while continuing to drop new music bi-weekly.

Longest Solo Ever

LongestSoloEver, led by New York's Dean DiMarzo, creates music inspired by the darker side of gaming and animation. His sound blends guitar-driven metal with synthesized EDM, all wrapped in catchy pop hooks. Known for the hit "Open The Door," which sparked a global trend of fan animations and a collaboration with Studio Killers, LongestSoloEver delivers heavy grooves and infectious melodies across platforms, from Spotify to live performances.

TryHardNinja

TryHardNinja is a singer-songwriter who makes video game-inspired songs. Five Nights at Freddy’s and Minecraft are among some of his most popular. He has over 2 million subscribers on YouTube and 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Known for his popular tracks like "It's Me" and "Take Back the Night," his music has over 1 billion streams online. His style blends pop, electronic, and rock elements, and he often collaborates with animators to create high-quality music videos for his songs.

Chi-chi

Chi-chi, born in Rockville, Maryland, and raised in Portland, Oregon, is a versatile internet musician who has been active for nearly a decade. Known for singing about anime, Vocaloid, and cartoons, she has collaborated with artists like CG5 and The Stupendium. Beyond being a vocalist, she is also a lyricist, voice actress, digital artist, and music producer, with plans to release more originals and covers in the future.