About

Underscores is the professional name of April Harper Grey, who is an American singer-songwriter, producer, and musician. She is very famous because of her hyper-creativity in electronic and alternative pop music.

Early Life & Beginnings

Born: April 21, 2000, San Francisco, California.
Grew up in a creative household with a Filipina mother and white father.
At age six, began experimenting with GarageBand, writing short stories, and making films in iMovie.
Ran a Minecraft Let’s Play channel before turning to music.
By 13, she was releasing dubstep tracks on SoundCloud under the name Underscores.

Career Highlights

2016–2020: Released early EPs like Air Freshener (2016), Skin Purifying Treatment (2018), We Never Got Strawberry Cake (2019), and Character Development! (2020).
2021: Breakthrough debut album Fishmonger — praised by The Atlantic as one of the Top 10 Albums of 2021.
2022: First headlining tour, building a strong fanbase in the hyperpop and indie scenes.
2023: Released Wallsocket on Mom + Pop, promoted with singles, an alternate reality game, and tours across North America and Europe.
2025: Collaborated with Porter Robinson on his SMILE! 😀 World Tour.
2026: Released third studio album U, expanding her sound and artistic reach.

Style & Influences

Known for blending hyperpop, pop‑punk, dubstep, indie pop, and Midwest emo.
Influenced by Skrillex, 100 gecs, Madonna, Imogen Heap, Bruce Springsteen, Sufjan Stevens, and horror films.
Has also released music under the alias Milkfish.
Member of electronic collectives Six Impala and Papaya & Friends.

Impact

Fishmonger established her as a rising voice in hyperpop.
Wallsocket showcased conceptual storytelling and multimedia artistry.
U (2026) cemented her reputation as one of the most innovative young artists, with fans praising her fearless creativity and emotional depth.
Her work resonates with fans who value individuality, rebellion, and connection — making her merch a natural extension of her artistry.

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