Carbon Costume Music
Lemmy Kilmister
Lemmy Kilmister is the frontman for the rock band Motörhead, known for such hits as Ace of Spades. Besides his gravelly voice, he’s recognized for his mutton chops, prominent facial moles, and edgy sense of fashion.
Angus Young
Angus Young is the lead guitarist and songwriter for the Australian band AC/DC. Subverting all expectations for how a hard rock musician should dress, Angus performs in a schoolboy uniform replete with newsboy cap and necktie.
Chandelier Dancer
Maddie Ziegler is the dancer in Sia’s music video for her hit single “Chandelier”. Her costume is easy enough to pull off but her dance moves might take some practice.
Sexy Sax Man
Sexy Sax Man Sergio Flores is known for showing up in unexpected places, like mall food courts, where he’s known to serenade a baby with that sexy George Michael song Careless Whisper.
Janelle Monae
R&B phenom Janelle Monáe has a style that matches her unique sound. She’s explained that her fashion, best described as monochromatic formal, is a tribute to her family who would wear uniforms as part of the working class.
Spice Girls
The Spice Girls was the British answer to American boy bands like ‘N Sync and Backstreet Boys. Each girl adopted a persona and a nickname that played off the word spice. They became international stars known for endorsing girl power as well as hits like Wannabe and Spice Up Your Life.
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj is a songwriter and rapper known as much for her bubblegum outfits and music videos as her chart-topping singles.
Hatsune Miku
Hatsune Miku is a Vocaloid, a virtual persona created from a singing synthesizer. Being a simulation hasn’t stopped her from achieving real fame, topping the charts with many of her 100,000 songs and even opening for Lady Gaga.
