Carpetman is a Ukrainian singer, songwriter, and music producer. He began releasing music in 2023 and incorporating elements of house, blues, pop, trap-pop, R&B, electronic dance music (EDM), and ambient into his work. He has not publicly disclosed his real name.
Early life Little is known about Carpetman's personal background. He is from Ukraine and is reported to be self-taught in songwriting and music production. His musical influences include both classical performers and contemporary artists, among them Ray Charles.
His early releases combine acoustic and electronic elements, reflecting a mix of stylistic influences.
Career On September 2, 2023, Carpetman released his debut single, Live Without a System. The release received attention from listeners and commentators, and subsequent recordings highlighted his use of multiple instruments, including guitar, piano, violin, bass guitar, and ukulele.
In spring 2024, the track Feel So Cold gained popularity on TikTok, where it was used in memes, remixes, and dance videos. The song marked Carpetman's first significant exposure to an international audience. Following its online success, music industry representatives began monitoring his work more closely.
In July 2024, Carpetman signed a recording contract with Artist Partner Group and entered into a management and booking agreement with Wasserman. His music is distributed internationally through Artist Partner Group in partnership with Universal Music Group Poland.
In 2025, Carpetman continued releasing and collaborating on new material. Together with Theo Remme on the EP Struggling By Myself, which included the tracks Struggling By Myself and Trembling Island. He also collaborated with his brother, who performs under the stage name Black Soil, releasing the singles Let It Burn and Alleys of My Mind.
On March 21, 2025, Carpetman released the single Shades of Gray, a collaboration with Ukrainian DJ Scott Rill, released via Spinnin’ Records. The track received attention on social media platforms and was played in clubs and DJ sets.
Personal life Carpetman keeps his identity private. He has a brother who performs under the stage name Black Soil, with whom he has collaborated on multiple releases.
His anonymity, combined with the consistent quality of his music, allows Carpetman to cultivate his own audience and leave a lasting impact in the digital space, while maintaining the intrigue that attracts both fans and media attention.
Discography
Singles and music videos Release typeTitleYearFormatLabelNotes (charts, certifications)Single + Music video"Live Without a System"2023APG / UMGSingle + Music video"My Honey"2023APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Feel So Cold"2023APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Endless Fight"2023APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Can’t Lose More"2024APG / UMGSingle + Music video"You Will Never Know It"2024APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Anyway, I Love It"2024APG / UMGSingle + Music video"What Does It Mean to You"2024APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Make It Lower"2024APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Smoking Cherry"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"WalKing Through The Code"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Shades of Gray"2025Spinnin’ RecordsSingle + Music video"Let It Burn"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Alleys of My Mind"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Call Me Insane"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Manuscript"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Ain'tgottafeelthatpain"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"What's goin' 0n"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Golden Tears"2025APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Other Worlds"2025APG / UMGSingle"...(OST Carpetwood)"2026APG / UMGSingle + Music video"Gorgone"2026APG / UMG
EPs / mini-albums TitleYearLabelStruggling By Myself2024APG / UMG
Music videos
"Trembling Island" (2024).
Live performances and tours
Headline shows and tours TypeDateCityVenue / Tour NameNotesHeadline ShowSep 7, 2024The Kingdom of BahrainThe QuarryHeadline ShowMay 6, 2025Washington, DCPearl Street WarehouseHeadline ShowMay 7, 2025Philadelphia, PAKung Fu NecktieHeadline ShowMay 27, 2025Seattle, WAMadame Lou'sTourApr–May 2025Various (USA)Echoes Of Time tourw/ Hippie Sabotage
Festivals and showcases Year/DateEvent/FestivalLocationStage(s)Type2024SXSWAustin, USASHANGRI-LA, Embassy Suites Hotel South Congress, Hilton Austin, CUATRO GATOShowcase2025SXSWAustin, USAHilton Austin, CUATRO GATO, Las Perlas, Rivian ParkShowcase2025ESNSGroningen, NetherlandsDe Oosterpoort – KelderShowcaseJun 28, 2025Europavox FestivalFranceScene FactoryFestivalJul 19, 2025Colours of OstravaCzech RepublicFresh StageFestivalJul 25, 2025Brasswood FestivalPolandMain StageFestivalAug 7, 2025Ypsigrock FestivalItalyFestivalAug 9, 2025Summer Well FestivalRomaniaFestivalAug 27, 2025YpSZIN FestivalHungaryFestivalSep 13, 2025Radar FestivalSwitzerlandFestivalOct 11, 2025Nurnberg FestivalGermanyFestival
References
External links
Carpetman on Instagram