Hypnogaja (pronounced hip-nō-gä-zhä) is an American rock band founded by vocalist Jason Arnold (known professionally as ShyBoy) and keyboardist Mark Nubar in 2000.
In 2002, the band began to develop a rock sound as they incorporate guitars and acoustic drums following therelease of their EP Post-Hypnotic Stress Disorder.
The accompanying music video features an appearance by Slimkid3 and dancers from America's Best Dance Crew, including choreographer Yuri Tag and Cindy Minowa of Kabba Modern and Geo Lee of Instant Noodles.
Readers' Choice Awards and has performed throughout North America and in Europe, sharing the stage with artists such as Flo Rida, Meiko, and Amanda Palmer.
His music has been featured in RuPaul’s Drag Race, America’s Next Top Model, the Capcom video game Devil May Cry 4, and the trailer for Halloween.
An array of writers and artists have collaborated with ShyBoy, including: RuPaul, Wendy Waldman, Bryan Fuller, Darude; and Allee Willis.