Kutiman, born Ophir Kutiel in Jerusalem, is an Israeli composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist renowned for his innovative fusion of genres. His groundbreaking 2009 project, "Thru You," where he crafted songs by seamlessly editing together clips of amateur musicians from YouTube, garnered over ten million views in just two weeks and was recognized by Time Magazine as one of the "50 Best Inventions of 2009." ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kutiman?utm_source=openai)) Kutiman's diverse musical style blends elements of funk, jazz, Afrobeat, and psychedelia, reflecting influences from artists like James Brown and Fela Kuti. His discography includes acclaimed albums such as "6am," described by The Guardian as an "inventive scuzzy desert epic," and "Wachaga," a psychedelic exploration inspired by his travels in Tanzania. ([kutiman.bandcamp.com](https://kutiman.bandcamp.com/album/kutiman-open?utm_source=openai)) Beyond his studio work, Kutiman has created city-specific audiovisual projects like "Thru Jerusalem," capturing the unique sounds and cultures of various locales. ([en.mekudeshet.com](https://en.mekudeshet.com/archive/2011/kutiman/?utm_source=openai)) His relentless creativity and genre-defying approach continue to captivate audiences worldwide.