About me
Ever since landing in Berlin’s electronic scene in 2005, Gelbart has earned a reputation as one of the city’s most innovative musicians. A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, composer, filmmaker, and author, his work exists at the intersection of the surreal and the visceral, blending the high-brow with the low, and the accessible with the complex.
With a discography spanning more than 20 LPs and EPs (on Joyful Noise, Gagarin Records, and Lo Recordings, among others), Gelbart has built a distinctive sonic universe—one that defies categorization while maintaining a singular vision. His compositions, ranging from toybox electronica to avant-garde orchestrations, reflect not only a fearless commitment to pushing creative boundaries but also a deep mastery of the craft of music, with resonant melodies and warm harmonies. His upcoming solo LP, TK-745, set for release on Kitchen Leg Records in February 2026, reinforces his standing as an artist unafraid to challenge conventions.
Beyond recorded music, Gelbart has composed for live ensembles, including a 70-minute commissioned piece for Haus der Kulturen der Welt, Berlin, slated for release as a double LP in 2027. He has also written a long-form composition for string quartet and electronic voice, performed in venues from Casa del Lago in Mexico to Berghain in Berlin. His work has been a mainstay on WFMU and featured in festivals worldwide, while his animations and films, such as the sci-fi short film Vermin, have gained international recognition—including a screening at the US Library of Congress. Gelbart is also the author of the surrealist novel Egglike.
