Londoners recently found out when The Guardian asked: “Who is he?” then proceeded to answer their own question. He is, they informed:

“A 26-year-old bedroom balladeer known as Mike Genius, whose ­intimate, ­crackle-laden piano pieces sound like Anthony Hegarty getting a glo-fi ­makeover. As far as trivia is ­concerned: he lives with his mum in Seattle, was championed early on by Los ­Campesinos! and likes to appear in press shots ­covered in colourful bruises ­(because he’s not just damaged inside).”

The album that has people talking, moving some to tears, can be streamed here.

“One of the most honest and tender streams of art and music we’ve witnessed coming from any single person all year,” NME proclaimed.

Perfume Genius only has five live shows scheduled; In Paris (sold out), Berlin, London, and New York City.  On July 20 at 92YTribeca, you can catch Perfume Genius during his limited scheduled appearances, in an intimate venue for what is sure to be a special show. He won’t be in such intimate rooms for long.

UPDATE: In a serendipitous coincidence seeing as his show is next Tuesday, Pitchfork reviewed his album today. They gave him an 8.2.

Below, watch his beautiful video for My Idea.