Jeff Mangum
American singer-songwriter known for 'In the Aeroplane Over the Sea'
Born
October 24th, 1970
54 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Singer-songwriter and guitarist gained prominence as the frontman of the indie rock band Neutral Milk Hotel. The band's seminal album 'In the Aeroplane Over the Sea' released in 1998 achieved cult status and influenced a generation of musicians. Mangum's distinctive voice and poetic lyrics contributed to the album's acclaim. After the band's initial breakup, he retreated from the music scene, only to return for select performances and a period of creative revitalization.
Fronted Neutral Milk Hotel
Released 'In the Aeroplane Over the Sea'
Influenced indie rock music
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