Kimya Dawson
Singer-songwriter and guitarist, Moldy Peaches
Born
November 17th, 1972
52 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American singer-songwriter and guitarist emerged in the late 1990s as part of the anti-folk movement. With a distinctive style characterized by simple melodies and personal lyrics, contributed to the indie music scene. Gained recognition for work with the duo Moldy Peaches, which released the self-titled album in 2001. Gained further visibility through the inclusion of songs in the film "Juno," particularly the track "Anyone Else But You," which contributed to a resurgence of interest in anti-folk music.
Co-founder of the Moldy Peaches
Contributed to the soundtrack of "Juno"
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