Todd Harry Rundgren (born June 22, 1948) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer who began his career in the garage-rock band the Nazz before forming the progressive rock group Utopia and launching a solo career. His work spans diverse styles including power pop, hard rock, progressive rock, baroque pop, and R&B, marked by sophisticated and often unorthodox compositions. Rundgren is widely recognized as a pioneer in electronic music, music videos, computer software, and Internet music delivery, having created PatroNet, the first artist subscription service on the internet. As a producer, Rundgren achieved massive commercial success with his work on Meat Loaf's multiplatinum album Bat Out of Hell, which became one of the best-selling albums of all time. His live performances are noted for occasionally lavish stage shows that integrate interactive art and technology. Beyond music, he has developed computer software and engaged in conceptual and interactive art projects, contributing significant advancements to recording industry practices. His influence extends across rock, pop, and experimental genres, with a career defined by innovation in both artistic and technical domains.