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.
instruments played
bouzouki
Guitar
Harmonica
keyboards
percussion
Vocals
Associated Acts
The Decemberists, Tarkio, Happy Cactus
Birth Name
Colin Patrick Henry Meloy
Genres
Indie rock, indie folk, folk rock, baroque pop, alternative country
Labels
Kill Rock Stars Capitol
Occupations
Singer-songwriter, guitarist, author
Website
Years Active
1990 present
Name
Colin Meloy
Nationality
United States of America