Odesza

The group’s name carries a heavy history. It is inspired by a sunken vessel owned by Harrison Mills' uncle, which was named after the Ukrainian city of . Only his uncle and one other crew mate survived the wreck.

It mirrors their fluid production style, which often starts with a simple piano loop and grows into a complex "collage" of soundscapes. The Creative Spark: Cinematic Storytelling Odesza

When Harrison and Clayton Knight formed the duo in 2012 at , they found that the spelling "Odessa" was already taken by a Scottish synth band. They pivoted to a Hungarian-inspired spelling—replacing the "ss" with "sz"—to create their own unique identity. 🧊 The Symbols: The Icosahedron The group’s name carries a heavy history

Harrison and Clayton are known for their meticulously crafted live shows, which feature live drum lines, horn sections, and fireworks. Their music often feels more like a film score than a club set. It mirrors their fluid production style, which often

It represents "going with the flow," movement, and creative change.