John Flansburgh
John Flansburgh | |
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Flansburgh in 2023 | |
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| Also known as | Rolf Conant
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| Born | John Conant Flansburgh May 6, 1960 |
| Genres | Alternative rock |
| Occupations | Singer-songwriter, musician, guitarist |
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| Years active | 1982–present |
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| Awards | List of awards |
John Conant Flansburgh (born May 6, 1960) is an American musician and a co-founder of the alternative rock band They Might Be Giants with John Linnell, which was formed in 1982. He is the lead writer and singer, playing rhythm guitar for the band.
Flansburgh was born in Lexington, Massachusetts to Earl Flansburgh and Polly Flansburgh. His brother is political organizer and activist Paxus Calta. Flansburgh attended the George Washington University and got an arts degree at Pratt Institute.
He writes and sings for his band They Might Be Giants though has also done solo projects. Flansburgh founded and was the lead singer of the solo band Mono Puff. He has directed music videos for various artists and produced Jonathon Coulton's album Artificial Heart.