Jeremy Messersmith is an American indie pop singer-songwriter based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was born on January 27, 1978, in Charleston, South Carolina. Messersmith began his music career in the early 2000s, performing with the band The Prims before embarking on a solo career in 2006 with the release of his debut album, "The Alcatraz Kid." Since then, Messersmith has released several critically acclaimed albums, including "The Reluctant Graveyard" (2010), "Heart Murmurs" (2014), and "Late Stage Capitalism" (2018). His music is known for its catchy melodies, clever lyrics, and vintage pop sensibility. Messersmith has also gained a reputation for his inventive music videos, which often feature elaborate sets and quirky visual effects.