Thundercat is the stage name of Stephen Bruner, an American bassist, singer, and songwriter known for blending jazz, funk, soul, and electronic influences. He began his career playing bass for bands like Suicidal Tendencies before developing a solo career marked by virtuosic bass playing and distinctive vocals. His albums, including Drunk and It Is What It Is, feature collaborations with artists such as Kendrick Lamar and Flying Lotus. His music often mixes humor, vulnerability, and surreal storytelling. Thundercat is widely regarded as a key figure in modern progressive soul and experimental R&B.