LSD (supergroup formed by Labrinth, Sia and Diplo)
LSD is a pop-electronic supergroup formed in 2018 by English producer-singer Labrinth, Australian singer-songwriter Sia and American DJ-producer Diplo, noted for collaborative singles and a 2019 album.
LSD is a musical supergroup created in 2018 by three established artists: Labrinth (an English producer and singer-songwriter), Sia (an Australian singer-songwriter and frequent collaborator behind many pop hits) and Diplo (an American DJ and record producer). The name is an initialism of the members' stage names and the trio became known for combining distinct songwriting, vocal and production sensibilities into a cohesive pop-electronic sound.
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LSD's music blends mainstream pop melodies with electronic production, psychedelic textures and layered vocal arrangements. Songs often feature Sia's powerful, idiosyncratic voice, Labrinth's melodic and harmonic contributions, and Diplo's beat-driven production and programming. The group's recordings emphasize strong hooks, glossy studio production and bright, colorful sonic palettes that aim for both radio play and cinematic moments.
Formation and recorded work
The trio announced their collaboration in 2018 and released a string of singles that showcased their joint approach to songwriting and production. Early releases introduced their collaborative identity before coalescing into a fuller project the following year. The group released a collection of singles and a debut album-sized release in 2019, which gathered the tracks the partners had developed together and presented them as a single body of work.
Notable songs and releases
- Several singles released shortly after formation introduced the group's sound to a broad audience.
- A self-titled or jointly credited album release followed, collecting those singles alongside new material.
- Individual tracks received widespread streaming attention and placement in media, contributing to the group's visibility beyond traditional record promotion.
LSD functions differently from a conventional band: its members all maintain separate, active solo careers and high-profile projects. As a result, public appearances and live performances by the trio have been limited and occasional. The collaboration is often described as a studio-based partnership that brings together three distinct creative voices to make polished pop songs.
Importance and legacy
As a supergroup, LSD illustrates a trend in contemporary pop where producers and singers form short-term alliances to explore hybrid sounds and cross-promote fan bases. The project offered each artist a platform to experiment with dance-pop and electronic elements while reaching new listeners. While the members continue individual careers, the LSD recordings remain a notable example of high-profile collaboration in late-2010s popular music.
For more on each member, see profiles linked above: Labrinth, Sia and Diplo.
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