The Pop Ups

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Who are The Pop Ups?

The Pop Ups are a GRAMMY-nominated children’s music duo from Brooklyn, made up of Jason Rabinowitz and Jacob Stein. Since their debut in 2010, they’ve become known for their adventurous pop sound, colorful visuals, and imaginative live shows.

What is their music like?

The Pop Ups bring together electro-pop, indie, and theatrical flair. Their songs are upbeat, playful, and packed with synths, harmonies, and hooks. They often explore themes of creativity, imagination, and discovery.

Why we think you’ll love it

This is children’s music that feels like modern pop—bright, inventive, and full of surprises. The songs are designed to get kids moving and singing, while parents will appreciate the slick production and witty songwriting. Standout tracks include Box of Crayons (from Radio Jungle), Robot Dance (from Create Explorer Club), and Subway Train (from Outside Voices).

Artist Bio

The Pop Ups released their debut album Outside Voices in 2010, quickly earning praise for their originality. They went on to release Radio Jungle (2012), Appetite for Construction (2014), and Great Pretenders Club (2016)—the latter two both earning GRAMMY nominations for Best Children’s Album.

Beyond music, The Pop Ups have created puppet musicals, podcasts, and videos, blending storytelling and visual art with their songs. Their work has been featured on NPR, The New York Times, and in collaborations with outlets like Amazon and Sesame Workshop.

Their live performances are an explosion of puppetry, dance, and multimedia, making them as much a theatrical experience as a concert. The Pop Ups’ mix of inventive pop, humor, and creativity has secured them a place among the most innovative family music makers of the past decade.