Ian Hinksman
Carpetman is a Ukrainian artist who makes emotionally rich electronic music shaped by soul and blues influences.
Behind a carpet-patterned mask, his style of music mix into something intimate and human, where the focus is not on who he is, but on what he feels.
Who is Carpetman?
Originally from Ukraine, he performs wearing a mask made from traditional carpet fabric, a nod to his cultural heritage through his creative identity. He started his career on TikTok posting covers of famous songs. After building a strong following he then began to release his own tracks in 2023, with “Live without a system”. He choose to stay anonymous and let his songs speak for themselves. Originally from Ukraine, he performs wearing a mask made from traditional carpet fabric, a nod to his cultural heritage through his creative identity.
Carpetman’s decision to keep his identity private feels intentional rather than secretive. By stepping out of focus, he keeps the emphasis on the work itself. The approach is working for him, with his music reaching over 1.6 million monthly listeners on Spotify. With releases through Artist Partner Group and Universal Music Group Poland, his reach continues to grow well beyond his home country.
The sound of Carpetman
Carpetman’s music moves between blues, soul, electronic and ambient influences without settling into one lane. His sound feels organic but modern, rich in texture and grounded in feeling.
On his EP Struggling By Myself, Carpetman explores solitude, patience and reflection. Tracks like “Make It Lower” and “Anyway, I Love It” build slowly, layer by layer. There’s no rush, no urgency to impress. Instead, his compositions breathe, allowing silence and rhythm to balance each other.
A faceless man who takes you to another world
The carpet mask has become central to Carpetman’s identity. More than a visual trademark, it represents a connection between tradition and the present. The textile patterns recall Ukrainian folk design, something passed down through generations, while his production brings those roots into a digital world.
By wearing the mask, Carpetman removes himself from the cult of personality that dominates modern music. He’s not avoiding visibility, he’s making space for sound to stand on its own.
Carpetman meets Black Soil, collabs, connection, reality
Carpetman has a few collabs under his belt, which include Theo Remme and Scott Rill. However, it’s his ongoing joint projects with Black Soil which really stand out. Black Soil like Carpetman has an air of mystery attached to him.
Some online information about an Afro‑House / DJ/producer called “Black Soil” indicates a South African origin. There’s also the fan theory saying that they’re brothers. Neither have been confirmed nor denied by either artists, adding to the mystery.
What is clear however is that their collaborations have opened another expressive avenue for Carpetman, one where his immersive, emotionally‑rich style meets Black Soil’s own atmospheric production and voice.
Two of their most notable joint tracks are Let It Burn and Alleys of My Mind Both productions from the duo adds melancholic ambiance and emotional weight.
What sets Carpetman apart
What distinguishes Carpetman is how grounded his work feels. In a time when many artists compete for volume, he uses restraint. His songs lean into emotion and atmosphere rather than intensity.
There’s an honesty in his production that suggests a careful listener behind every detail. The result is music that doesn’t demand attention but earns it. Carpetman’s approach connects him to a growing number of artists using anonymity as creative space, where the focus is on sound, not image.
Still, he stands apart in the warmth of his tone. You can hear traces of blues phrasing and soul harmony throughout his music, a reminder that emotion doesn’t need identity to be understood.
Slow down and reflect
Listening to Carpetman is an exercise in slowing down. His songs ask for stillness and a bit of patience. They work best in quiet rooms, through good headphones, where small sounds carry weight.
It’s music made for reflection, not background noise, but a way to pause. In that sense, Carpetman is less about mystery and more about connection.
