Jonathan Richman
Protopunk, Musical Artist
1951 –
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Who is Jonathan Richman?
Jonathan Michael Richman is an American singer, songwriter and guitarist. In 1970 he founded The Modern Lovers, an influential proto-punk band. Since the mid-1970s, Richman has worked either solo or with low-key, generally acoustic, backing. He is known for his wide-eyed, unaffected and childlike outlook, and music that, while rooted in rock and roll, often draws on influences from around the world.
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- Born
- May 16, 1951
Natick - Also known as
- Jonathon Richman
- Richman, Jonathan
- Jonathan Michael Richman
- Jonathan Richman – Dupap
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Natick High School
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on July 23, 2013
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