Malcolm Todd, born Sept. 15, 2003, in Los Angeles, California, began making music as a teenager, posting bedroom-pop demos online and teaching himself guitar while balancing everyday jobs. Taking inspiration from artists like Steve Lacy and Dominic Fike, he spent a few short years moving from small bedroom sessions to major-label recordings, earning viral hits and eventually a full studio album.
He first gained major attention in 2023 when his singles “Art House” and “Roommates” went viral on social media, leading him to a record deal with Columbia records.
In April 2025, he dropped his debut studio album Malcolm Todd, making a name for himself in the indie-pop and alternative scene. The lead single “Chest Pain (I Love)” reached Billboard Hot 100, marking his first-ever entry on that chart. He now tours with a live band, bringing an energetic, almost garage-band vibe to his shows.
Impactful Dates:
- 2023– Viral breakout with “Art House” and “Roomates,” putting him on the radar
- April 2024– Released the mix-tape Sweet Boy consisting of earlier EP’s and standalone tracks
- Dec. 4, 2024– Dropped “Chest Pain (I Love)” the lead single from his debut studio album, which began trending on TikTok
- April 4, 2025– Released his debut full-length album Malcolm Todd, earning positive reviews and charting on the Billboard 200
- Aug. 8. 2025– Released the deluxe version Malcolm Todd (still) with additional songs and new chart placements
Malcolm Todd has that at-home, comfortable vibe that makes you want to dance in the middle of your room. His songs explore youth, romance, longing and growth in an honest and relatable way. Whether you’re looking for something chill and low-vibe to study to, a song to reflect on a late night drive, or just something to vibe out to, there is definitely a Malcolm Todd track for that.
Similar to:
- Steve Lacy
- Eem Triplin
- Omar Apollo
- Dominic Fike
- Rex Orange County
Malcolm’s journey shows how modern music success can come from humble beginnings. What sets him apart is his versatility, his bedroom pop vibe, and his ability to stay true to himself while navigating a fast rise to fame. He’s part of a new wave of voices reshaping alternative pop and indie for the next generations.
