Syd
Syd is an alternative hip-hop artist from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles singer, producer and co-founder of The Internet, known for intimate, sensual R&B.
Who is Syd?
Syd (Sydney Bennett) is a singer, songwriter and producer from Los Angeles. Syd started out as the engineer and DJ of Odd Future and co-founded The Internet with Matt Martians.
Known for
As the voice of The Internet, on albums like Ego Death (2015), and solo albums Fin (2017) and Broken Hearts Club (2022).
Style
Soft, intimate vocals over smooth, minimal R&B and neo-soul grooves. The songs are personal, sensual and laid-back.
Impact
Syd was one of the first openly queer voices in the Odd Future circle and helped make room for more diverse love stories in R&B and hip-hop.
Syd: quick answers
What genre is Syd?
Syd’s music falls under Alternative Hip-Hop. Syd is part of West Coast hip-hop, with the most important work in the 2010s and 2020s.
Where is Syd from?
Syd is from Los Angeles, California.
What is Syd’s real name?
Syd’s real name is Sydney Bennett.
When did Syd start?
Syd has been active since 2008.
Which group is Syd part of?
Syd is a member of Odd Future and The Internet.
Which artists are similar to Syd?
If you like Syd, listen to Ari Lennox, Brent Faiyaz and Kaytranada.
