Mumbo Jumbo

Background and Early Career

Oliver Brotherhood, widely known by his online persona Mumbo Jumbo, has established himself as one of the most prominent Minecraft content creators on YouTube. Born on December 1, 1995, in Frimley, England, the 29-year-old British YouTuber launched his channel on March 30, 2012, initially featuring a series called ServerCraft Survival.^[1]^[2]^[3]

The origin of his distinctive username came about through a casual conversation with a friend. When Brotherhood was searching for a professional-sounding channel name, considering options like "crafted studios," his friend suggested "Mumbo Jumbo." The name immediately resonated with him, and he adopted it on the spot, a decision that would prove fortuitous for his future success.^[4]

Content Specialization and Expertise

Mumbo Jumbo has carved out a unique niche within the Minecraft community by focusing primarily on the technical aspects of the game, particularly redstone mechanics. His content primarily consists of detailed tutorials that teach viewers how to construct complex redstone contraptions, from automated doors to elaborate mechanical devices.^[5]^[6]

Beyond tutorial content, Brotherhood maintains a long-running vanilla survival series on the renowned Hermitcraft server, where he collaborates with other prominent Minecraft creators. This series showcases his building skills and creativity in a collaborative multiplayer environment, contributing to his reputation as both an educator and entertainer within the gaming community.^[5]^[7]

Redstone Innovation and Teaching

His expertise in redstone engineering has made him a go-to resource for players seeking to understand Minecraft's more complex mechanical systems. Notable projects include tutorials on multi-door mechanisms, dance machines, and pyramid construction using modern building techniques. His ability to explain intricate concepts in an accessible manner has earned him recognition as an educational content creator within the gaming space.^[8]

Channel Growth and Performance Metrics

As of May 2025, Mumbo Jumbo's YouTube channel has achieved remarkable success with 9.61 million subscribers and over 3.26 billion total video views across 2,140 uploaded videos. His channel maintains steady growth with approximately 10,000 new subscribers monthly and 8.35 million monthly video views.^[9]^[10]

The channel's performance metrics indicate strong audience engagement, with an impressive 5.66% engagement rate that industry analytics platforms classify as excellent. His content typically appeals to a demographic ranging from pre-teens to young adults, aged 10-25, with a particular draw for viewers interested in engineering and technical gameplay elements.^[9]^[8]

Revenue and Industry Impact

Industry estimates suggest that Mumbo Jumbo's channel generates substantial monthly earnings, with estimates ranging from $214,300 to $308,000 based on viewership, engagement rates, and advertising revenue. These figures position him among the more successful creators in the Minecraft content space.^[11]

Professional Collaborations and Recent Projects

In 2025, Brotherhood achieved a significant career milestone by contributing to the pre-production of the official Minecraft Movie directed by Jared Hess. His role involved creating concept builds and helping translate the director's creative vision into functional Minecraft contraptions, including redstone traps and mechanical devices that appeared in the final film.^[12]

The collaboration included designing cactus-launching traps that were featured in scenes with actors Jason Momoa and Jack Black, as well as creating a massive walking piglin robot, though not all of his contributions made it into the final cut. This professional recognition from the entertainment industry highlighted his expertise and creativity in Minecraft construction.^[12]

Community Recognition and Reputation

Brotherhood has earned recognition not only for his technical skills but also for his character and professionalism within the content creator community. Fellow creators have praised his humble approach to fame, particularly noting his patient and personalized interactions with young fans at gaming conventions, where he would take time to learn children's names and create personalized autographs.^[4]

His collaborative work on the Hermitcraft server has established him as a respected member of the Minecraft content creator community, where he regularly works alongside other prominent YouTubers including Grian, with whom he has collaborated on various projects.^[3]^[7]

Personal Interests and Background

Outside of his YouTube career, Brotherhood maintains interests in automotive culture, longboarding, and fitness activities. He has been open about his personal relationships, previously dating someone named Vicky and later beginning a relationship with Victoria Mantua.^[3]

His British nationality and engineering-focused content have made him a prominent figure in the global Minecraft community, representing the technical and educational side of gaming content creation while maintaining accessibility for viewers of all skill levels.^[8]