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MGMT

MGMT is an American psychedelic pop/rock band formed by Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser at Wesleyan University, gaining massive success with their satirical debut Oracular Spectacular (2007) and hits like "Kids" and "Time to Pretend," before evolving into a more experimental sound with albums like Congratulations (2010) and Little Dark Age (2018). Known for blending electronic, indie, and psych-rock, they're celebrated for artistic integrity and defying pop norms, consistently exploring new sonic territories.

Known For

  • Pursuit of Happiness (Nightmare) [feat. MGMT & Ratatat]
  • Kids
  • Electric Feel
  • Time to Pretend
  • Little Dark Age

Discography Highlights

  • Loss Of Life 2024
  • Little Dark Age (Matthew Dear Album Remix) 2018
  • Little Dark Age 2018
  • MGMT (The "Optimizer" Deluxe Edition) 2013
  • Congratulations 2010

Soundtrack Appearances

A Minecraft Movie

A Minecraft Movie

Movie • 2025
1 song
English Teacher

English Teacher

TV Show • S1
1 song
  • Little Dark Age

Mile End Kicks

Mile End Kicks

Movie • 2026
1 song
Saltburn

Saltburn

Movie • 2023
1 song
We Bury the Dead

We Bury the Dead

Movie • 2026
1 song
  • Pursuit of Happiness (Nightmare)

Weapons

Weapons

Movie • 2025
1 song
  • Under the Porch (Live)