There is more than one artist with this name: 1) Whales, previously known as Sex Whales, real name Tal Rochman, is an electronic music producer based in Israel. Known for his dark, melodic sound which incorporates elements of fluttery basslines and hard-hitting synths, Whales has become a notable force in the bass genre. His tender harmonies are juxtaposed by intense eclectic melodies and captivating percussion. Whales has been musically gifted from the young age of 7, when he picked up his first instrument, and later would excel by teaching himself how to master electronic music production. 2) Whales was a four piece DIY oriented indie rock/math pop band from some place in Texas.