MICO

MICO, born Miguel Veloso on December 6, 2002, in Toronto, Canada, is an up-and-coming indie-pop artist who is making waves with his fresh fusion of pop-punk energy and introspective lyrics. His music blends catchy melodies with raw, relatable emotions, establishing him as a distinctive voice in the indie scene.

MICO’s journey into music began in 2019 when he started sharing his tracks on SoundCloud and Discord during his high school years. His debut EP, 21st Century Heartbreak, dropped in 2020, followed by Second Thoughts in 2022. These releases significantly boosted his profile, with his Spotify following growing from 36,000 in 2019 to over 1.4 million by 2022.

In October 2024, MICO released his fifth EP, Internet Hometown Hero, which further showcased his growth as an artist. With tracks like “glhf<3” and “Idontwannaknowyou!”, the EP highlights his ability to blend vulnerability with infectious pop-punk rhythms, resonating with a growing global fanbase.

MICO is also very active on social media, especially Instagram, where his account @micotoronto has accumulated over 375,000 followers. He keeps his audience engaged by sharing personal insights and updates about his music. Notably, his bio playfully says “meeko not myko,” emphasizing the correct pronunciation of his name. Fans can keep up with MICO’s latest music by streaming his EPs on Spotify and Apple Music or following him on his social media channels.