ShyBoy Bio
ShyBoy Bio
About ShyBoy
“Makes a bold impression on today’s indie-pop landscape.”
“The intricacy of ShyBoy’s lyricism is fascinating.”
“ShyBoy’s soulful vocals are irresistible.”
Bridging the lush ambiance of dreamy synth-wave and the vibrant pulse of nightlife with the expressive melodies of iconic American and European pop, ShyBoy’s latest LP, His Royal Shyness, unfolds around themes of attraction, emotion, isolation, and connection. The album’s sound transports listeners from big-city penthouses to darkroom dance floors and small-town back alleys, blurring the line between high-stakes love and low-rent lust.
His Royal Shyness kicks off with the nu-disco-infused “Sweet Release,” setting the tone for its seamless mix of dance, R&B, and alternative sounds. The hypnotic “Bedroom Secrets” sways between icy keyboards and soulful vocals, sliding effortlessly from the bedroom to the dance floor and back again. The pulsating “Sex Doll” highlights ShyBoy’s playful lyricism and fluid vocal range, while the sultry “Bad Thoughts” cruises through shadowy corridors, capturing glistening main-stage energy.
ShyBoy composed the music for the Emmy-nominated Shudder/AMC documentary series Queer For Fear: The History Of Queer Horror, which features several songs from His Royal Shyness, including the main title “Backroom,” described by World of Wonder as “a gritty masterpiece.” The show's original score and soundtrack also include his track “Dildo Machine” with Alaska Thunderfuck.
With over 70 million streams, ShyBoy’s music has appeared in films, video games, and TV shows such as RuPaul's Drag Race, Dynasty, America's Next Top Model, Devil May Cry 4, and Halloween. He has collaborated with an array of artists, including the Emmy-winning RuPaul, hip-hop artist SlimKid3 (The Pharcyde), EDM DJ Darude, Grammy-nominated songwriter Wendy Waldman, Emmy-winning composer Jim Dooley (Pushing Daisies), and Emmy, Grammy, and Tony-winning songwriter Allee Willis.
ShyBoy is also the lead singer and co-founder of Hypnogaja, a critically acclaimed alternative rock band known for its cinematic storytelling and genre-blending fusion of rock and electronic music. After more than a decade, the band has reunited for a highly anticipated album, set for release via the Stockholm-based label Snafu Records.
Named Best Solo Artist in LA Weekly’s 10th Annual Best of L.A. awards, ShyBoy co-founded the indie label The Spaceman Agency and created the legendary dance parties MaDonna Summer, Rihyoncé, Britney Houston, and Kylie XCX, with residencies in San Francisco, Palm Springs, and Los Angeles. His remix work includes “Everybody Say Love (ShyBoy Remix)” for RuPaul and “Supernatural Love (ShyBoy Remix)” for Donna Summer.
