Colin Meloy | |
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![]() Colin Meloy performing with the Decemberists in Atlanta (2006) | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Colin Patrick Henry Meloy |
Born | Helena, Montana, U.S. | October 5, 1974
Genres | Indie rock, indie folk, folk rock, baroque pop, alternative country |
Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, guitarist, author |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, bouzouki, percussion, harmonica, keyboards |
Years active | 1990–present |
Labels | Kill Rock Stars Capitol |
Member of | The Decemberists |
Formerly of | Tarkio, Happy Cactus |
Website | colinmeloy.com |
Colin Patrick Henry Meloy (born October 5, 1974) is an American musician, singer-songwriter and author best known as the frontman of the Portland, Oregon, indie folk rock band the Decemberists. In addition to vocals, he performs with an acoustic guitar, 12-string acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bouzouki, harmonica and percussion instruments.