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Composer

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August 20, 1952 in Indianapolis, IN

 

John Hiatt is a renowned American singer-songwriter and composer who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on August 20, 1952, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Hiatt grew up in a musical family. His father was a pianist and his mother was a singer, and they both encouraged him to pursue music from a young age. Hiatt started playing the guitar at the age of eleven and began writing songs soon after. He was heavily influenced by the blues and country music, and he would often listen to records by artists such as Hank Williams, Bob Dylan, and Muddy Waters. Hiatt's early musical career was marked by a series of setbacks, including a failed attempt to join a band in his teens and a brief stint as a songwriter for a record label in Nashville. Despite these setbacks, Hiatt persevered and eventually landed a recording contract with Epic Records in 1974. His debut album, "Hangin' Around the Observatory," was released the following year and received critical acclaim. However, it was not until the release of his third album, "Slug Line," in 1979 that Hiatt began to gain widespread recognition. Throughout the 1980s, Hiatt continued to release a string of successful albums, including "Riding with the King" (1983), "Warming Up to the Ice Age" (1985), and "Bring the Family" (1987). The latter album, which featured contributions from Ry Cooder, Nick Lowe, and Jim Keltner, was a critical and commercial success and is widely regarded as one of Hiatt's best works. Hiatt's music is characterized by his distinctive voice, which has been described as a "gravelly tenor," and his ability to blend various genres, including rock, country, and blues. His lyrics are often introspective and deal with themes such as love, loss, and redemption. In addition to his work as a singer-songwriter, Hiatt has also composed music for films and television. He wrote the theme song for the television series "The Torkelsons" and has contributed songs to films such as "The Thing Called Love" (1993) and "The Rookie" (2002). Hiatt's most recent album, "The Eclipse Sessions," was released in 2018 and received positive reviews from critics. The album features ten original songs and showcases Hiatt's continued growth as a composer and musician. Overall, John Hiatt's career has spanned over four decades and has produced a body of work that is both diverse and influential. His music has touched the lives of countless fans around the world and has cemented his place as one of the most important figures in the history of American music.

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