Peter Mulvey | |
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Background information | |
Born | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. | September 6, 1969
Genres | Americana, folk |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
Instrument | Guitar |
Years active | 1992–present |
Labels | Signature Sounds, Black Walnut, Eastern Front |
Website | www |
Peter Mulvey (born September 6, 1969) is an American folk singer-songwriter based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Since the early 1990s, he has developed a strong national following in the indie folk/rock scene through his relentless touring and critically acclaimed albums. Starting his musical career in Milwaukee while at Marquette University, he honed his performing skills while traveling in Dublin, Ireland. He later spent several years in Boston, where he frequently performed in the city's subway system. He is best known for his warmly wry songwriting and his intense percussive guitar style.