The Flashbulb is the primary alias of prolific electronic musician and composer Benn Jordan, one of the most well-known artists in the American IDM scene. Jordan is proficient in numerous instruments, including guitars, synthesizers, drums, and sitar. His music ranges from IDM, breakcore, and acid techno to jazz fusion and modern classical, and he has composed music for several film and television soundtracks and commercials, many of which have won awards. Jordan is also known for his views regarding file sharing and online music distribution, and for operating his own label, Alphabasic.