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Uber Geeky Troubadours

Dent May & His Magnificent Ukulele: He's Nerdy, But Talented

— December 15, 2008 — Pop Culture
Dazed Digital and various blogs and news sites are already buzzing about Dent May and his Magnificent Ukulele. Watch out for this low-fi singer/songwriter who looks like a cross between Elton John and a blond Harry Potter.

His album ‘The Good Feeling Music of Dent May & His Magnificent Ukulele’ will hit the music scene on February 2009. By the look of the press and media reactions May has already received, it will probably be a high flier.

I find his super geeky styling quite intriguing in the sense of it looking unpretentious, although a lot of thought and styling preparations must have gone into this look.

Dent May sounds like a modern-day 40s Vaudeville troubadour with influences of Serge Gainsbourg and Lee Hazlewood with a bit of barbershop quartet thrown in for good measure. Check his single out below.
Trend Themes
1. Low-fi Music - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new distribution platforms to support low-fi music artists and cater to the growing demand for unique, indie sounds.
2. Geek Chic Styling - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create fashion lines that cater to the trend of geeky, unpretentious styling with a touch of individuality and nostalgia.
3. Modern-day Troubadours - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build platforms that connect modern troubadours like Dent May with fans, allowing for monetization and discovery of independent musicians.
Industry Implications
1. Music Streaming - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced music streaming platforms that curate and highlight low-fi music, creating a dedicated space for niche artists like Dent May.
2. Fashion and Apparel - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leverage the trend of geek chic styling to create unique clothing lines that resonate with consumers seeking individuality and authenticity.
3. Music Discovery Platforms - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build innovative platforms that connect fans with modern troubadours and provide tools for independent musicians to monetize their craft.
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