John Darnielle
Musician and novelist with significant works
Born
March 16th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A musician and novelist emerged from the American indie rock scene. Founded the band The Mountain Goats, recognized for its lo-fi recordings and poignant lyrics. Authored several novels, with 'Wolf in White Van' receiving critical acclaim and nominated for the 2014 National Book Award. Frequently blends personal narrative and fictional storytelling, reflecting on human experiences and emotions.
Founded The Mountain Goats band
Wrote 'Wolf in White Van', National Book Award nominee
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