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Windser | |
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| Birth name | Jordan Topf |
| Origin | Santa Cruz, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Indie pop, indie rock |
| Years active | 2020–present |
| Labels | Bright Antenna Records |
| Website | www |
Windser is the stage name of American indie-pop musician, singer-songwriter, and producer Jordan Topf. Based in Los Angeles, California, he gained recognition with his debut EP Where the Redwoods Meet the Sea in 2022 and is set to release his self-titled debut album on May 16, 2025, through Bright Antenna Records.[1][2]
Early life and career
[edit]Topf was raised in Santa Cruz, California. He began his music career as the frontman of the New York City-based indie rock band Mainland, which released a number of singles and EPs before disbanding in 2019. Following the breakup, he began writing solo material under the name Windser, inspired by the street he grew up on.[1]
Between 2020 and 2021, Topf wrote and recorded what would become his debut EP, Where the Redwoods Meet the Sea, which was released in 2022. The EP received early radio support from SiriusXM’s Alt Nation and helped establish Windser as a rising voice in indie pop.[3][4]
Collaborations and performances
[edit]Windser collaborated with rapper Macklemore on the singles "Next Year" (2021) and "Maniac" (2022). "Maniac" was performed live on national television, including appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. In 2022, Windser joined alt-J and Portugal. The Man as a supporting act on their North American tour. He has since performed at major festivals including Lollapalooza and BottleRock Napa Valley.[5]
Chart performance
[edit]"Maniac" peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand Hot Singles Chart, and reached number 56 on the Swiss Airplay Chart.[6][7]
Debut album: Windser (2025)
[edit]In February 2025, Windser announced his self-titled debut album, set for release on May 16, 2025,[8] alongside the single “Abandon.” The track draws on themes of childhood trauma and emotional recovery, reflecting the personal tone of the forthcoming album.[9] The project features production by Matias Tellez and Jon Gilbert, as well as contributions from Dan Bailey, Adam Christgau, Daniel Rhine, Harrison Whitford, and Jerry Borge.[10]
Discography
[edit]EPs
[edit]- Where the Redwoods Meet the Sea (2022)
Albums
[edit]- Windser (2025)
Singles
[edit]- "Next Year" (with Macklemore) (2021)
- "Memory" (2021)[11]
- "Maniac" (with Macklemore) (2022)
- "Abandon" (2025)[12]
- "Shut Up and Kiss Me" (2025)[13]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Roth, Jason (August 2020). "Interview: Windser on Chasing Nostalgia & Finding What Was Missing". Atwood Magazine. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Another Santa Cruz Breakout Musician: The Windser Interview". Event Santa Cruz. 2023. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Windser's Success Proves You Can Break an Artist on a Budget". Chartmetric. 2023. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ Gonzalez, Ana (2021). "Windser Blends Anxiety and Optimism on 'Trouble in Paradise'". Ones to Watch. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Windser Captivates with 'These Days' as Indie-Pop's Most Confident Storyteller Yet". Blurred Culture. 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Macklemore feat. Windser". Official New Zealand Music Chart. 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Maniac - Macklemore feat. Windser". Hitparade.ch. 2022. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ Oliver, Will (April 2, 2025). "Windser – 'Abandon'". We All Want Someone To Shout For. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Windser's New Single 'These Days' Wraps Difficult Emotions in a Catchy Pop Package". The Concert Chronicles. April 20, 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Windser to Release Debut Album, Shares Haunting New Single 'Abandon'". BroadwayWorld. February 14, 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Windser – 'Memory'". Obscure Sound. December 2021. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Rising Indie Artist Windser Shares Haunting New Single 'Abandon'". Living Life Fearless. 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
- ^ "Windser Shifts Gears with His Heartfelt Love Song 'Shut Up and Kiss Me'". Melodic Mag. March 25, 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
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External links
[edit]- ^ Oliver, Will (April 2, 2025). "Windser – 'Abandon'". We All Want Someone To Shout For. Retrieved April 21, 2025.