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Jason Molina | |
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_(3743938617).jpg) Molina performing in 2009 | |
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| Birth name | Jason Andrew Molina |
| Born | December 30, 1973 Oberlin, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | March 16, 2013 (aged 39) Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1995–2009 |
| Labels | Secretly Canadian |
| Website | songsohia |
Jason Andrew Molina (December 30, 1973 – March 16, 2013) was an American musician, singer and songwriter. Raised in northern Ohio, he came to prominence performing and recording as Songs: Ohia, both in solo projects and with a rotating cast of musicians in the late 1990s. Beginning in 2003, he garnered a further indie following for his releases with the band Magnolia Electric Co.
Molina had a prolific career between his two musical projects and solo releases,[1] producing a total of sixteen studio albums, eight EPs, and numerous singles. His overall discography was noted by critics for blending elements of indie rock, blues, and alternative country with his tenor vocal range.
In 2009, Molina canceled a European and U.S. tour with Will Johnson, citing health problems.[2] He spent the next four years dealing with alcoholism, which ultimately resulted in his death from multiple organ failure in March 2013.[3]
- ^ Masters, Clay (April 22, 2014). "Remembering Jason Molina, a musician who refused to look back". NPR. Retrieved October 4, 2017.
- ^ Breihan, Tom (December 1, 2009). "Molina and Johnson Cancel U.S. Tour, Citing Health Problems". Pitchfork. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ Yardley, William (March 26, 2013). "Jason Molina, a Balladeer of Heartbreak, Dies at 39". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved January 17, 2020.