Oscar Lang is an accomplished musician, producer and songwriter from Brooklyn, New York. Born in 1992, Lang has made a name for himself in the music industry, writing and producing for some of the top artists in the world. He has released two solo albums, “I Don’t Believe in Anything” and “Fool’s Paradise”, with seven singles charting on the Billboard Hot 100. His sound has been described as “dreamy, 80’s inspired electro R&B”, combining elements of electronic music, hip hop and pop.
Lang’s music career began to take off in 2016, with the release of his debut EP, “Chandelier.” He then went on to release his debut album, “I Don’t Believe in Anything”, in 2018. The album debuted at number 23 on the Billboard 200 chart, furthering his career with tracks like “Harbor” and “Glow” becoming modern day classics. The album was also praised by critics, with Spin Magazine calling it “a lush and woozy landscape of electro-soul”.
In 2020, Lang released his second album, “Fool’s Paradise.” The album featured multiple singles, with the single “Money and Fame” becoming the highest charting single from his album. The album featured a much more diverse and mature sound, blending elements of rock, electronic, hip hop and more. The album showcased Lang’s growth both as a producer and songwriter and proved his skill in creating new, exciting sounds. Lang also collaborated with several other prominent artists on this album as well, including Joyner Lucas, Mac Miller and Anderson.Paak.
Lang’s sound and career have been heavily influenced by the rich music culture of his hometown of Brooklyn. He has stated that he was heavily influenced by artists like Jay Z, The Notorious B.I.G. and Nas growing up, who all hail from the city. In his music, one can hear a nostalgic homage to the classic sounds of the genre while still adding a unique spin.
Though Oscar Lang is still relatively unknown to the mainstream world, his music is quickly gaining traction and praise. His ability to blend traditional and modern sounds, as well as his highly melodic and emotive song writing, makes him an artist to watch out for. Whether it’s writing and producing for other artists or crafting his own solo works, Lang continues to climb the ladder of music success and will certainly be a household name in the coming years.
