Sylvan Esso is an American electropop duo from Durham, North Carolina, formed in 2013 by singer Amelia Meath and producer Nick Sanborn. Their sound blends electronic production with pop structures and Meath’s clear lead vocals, drawing on both indie-folk and dance music influences. The duo released their self-titled debut album in 2014, which reached No. 39 on the Billboard 200, followed by What Now in 2017, which was nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Album at the Grammy Awards. They later released Free Love in 2020 and No Rules Sandy in 2022 on their own Psychic Hotline label. Live, Sylvan Esso are known for an electronic setup that centers on Meath’s vocals and Sanborn’s production, with performances that emphasize precise rhythms, layered samples, and a compact duo format.