Daniel Johnston
USA
Born: 22 January 1961
Years Active: 70, 80, 90, 2000
Genres: Pop/Rock
Styles: Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Lo-Fi, Indie Rock, Alternative Singer/Songwriter
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As with other talented but troubled artists such as Syd Barrett, Brian Wilson, and Roky Erickson, Daniel Johnston fights a daily battle with the chronic mental illness that has plagued him nearly his entire life. However, despite recurrent bouts of delusional behavior wherein he has physically endangered himself and others, Johnston has carved out a respectable, influential career as a singer/songwriter of extraordinary talent who has grown since his first crudely recorded cassette was released in 1980. He became the singer/songwriter of choice...
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