Kidstreet
Electronic · CA · Active since 2007

Kidstreet

Bright, percussive synth-pop anchored by staccato piano and sibling harmonies. High-energy electronic music that feels organic, optimistic, and relentlessly rhythmic.

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Kidstreet sounds like the exact moment a black-and-white film suddenly bursts into technicolor. Their music is built on a foundation of sharp, staccato piano lines that provide a rhythmic spine for shimmering synthesizers and propulsive live drumming. It is electronic music that breathes, retaining the warmth of human performance while embracing the precision of digital production. The result is a sound that feels both sophisticated and uninhibitedly joyful.

What sets them apart is the familial chemistry of the Snyder siblings, which manifests in tightly woven arrangements where no element is wasted. While many synth-pop acts lean into irony or dark aesthetics, Kidstreet leans into clarity and momentum. Their signature use of the piano as a lead rhythmic instrument rather than just a melodic one gives their tracks a distinctive, driving texture that feels more like a modern classical piece reimagined for a dance floor.

Start with the aptly titled 'Song' to hear their rhythmic piano work at its most iconic, then move to 'Fuh Yeah' for a dose of their high-energy, celebratory synth-pop. It is the perfect discovery for anyone who loves the intersection of indie-rock energy and electronic textures.

Kidstreet is a Canadian electronica trio formed in 2007 in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The band is composed of two brothers and one sister: Karl Snyder on drums, Cliff Snyder on synth and guitar, and younger sister Edna Snyder on piano and vocals. The trio have a unique form of synth-pop. The band signed with Nettwerk in 2010. Kidstreet have since signed a major licensing deal with Ford. The staccato piano from their song (simply titled "Song") backs the car-maker's latest television spot as well as Apple's MacBook Pro with retina display television spot. Onstage, the band blends electronic elements with live drums, vocals, guitar and synths. They have toured with fellow Canadian artists Dragonette, Mother Mother, Thunderheist, and Rich Aucoin as well as international artists Girl Talk and Health. They performed at the 2011 Canadian Music Week.
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