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John Linnell

Born 12 June 1959.

John Linnell performs as Jared.

Biography

John Sidney Linnell (born June 12, 1959, New York City, New York) is an American musician, is known primarily as one half of Brooklyn, New York alternative rock duo They Might Be Giants. In addition to singing and songwriting, he plays accordion, baritone and bass saxophone, clarinet, and keyboards for the group.

Linnell's lyrics are perhaps most well-known for their inclusion of strange subject matter and wordplay. Persistent themes include aging, delusional behavior, bad relationships, death, and the personification of inanimate objects. Conversely, the accompanying melodies are usually cascading and upbeat.

He is married and has a son, Henry. Henry appeared as a performer on They Might Be Giants' children's albums Here Come the ABCs and Here Come the 123s.

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Release title Release date
State Songs 1999
 

Credits

Role Artist Release
Vocal They Might Be Giants Here Come the 123s (2008)
Instrument Frank Black Frank Black (1993)
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