13 & God are an experimental indie hip-hop and electronic group known for their atmospheric sound and cross-cultural collaboration. Formed as a joint project between American indie hip-hop collective Themselves and German electronic band The Notwist, the group blends abstract hip-hop with glitchy electronic textures and indie rock sensibilities.
The project gained recognition with their self-titled debut album 13 & God, which introduced a unique sonic landscape characterized by layered production, unconventional song structures, and introspective lyricism. Their music often feels dreamlike and fragmented, emphasizing mood and experimentation over traditional genre boundaries.
13 & God’s sound is defined by its fusion of live instrumentation and electronic manipulation, combining hip-hop rhythms with ambient textures and melodic elements. The group’s approach reflects a collaborative spirit, merging distinct artistic identities into a cohesive and innovative whole.
Their lyrics often explore themes of identity, perception, and emotional complexity, delivered in a style that ranges from spoken word to melodic vocals. This blend of expression contributes to the group’s distinctive and often introspective tone.
They followed their debut with Own Your Ghost, further refining their experimental approach and expanding their sonic palette. The album continued to explore abstract composition and cross-genre blending.
Today, 13 & God are recognized as a unique and influential collaboration within the indie and experimental music scenes. Their work stands out for its genre-defying nature and its ability to merge hip-hop, electronic, and indie aesthetics into a singular artistic vision.