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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.
A Dull and Witless Boy. Super stoked to announce a solo show in my beloved Astoria, Oregon, at the Liberty Theater, December 17th! Tickets go on sale this Friday at noon at the link in my bio. @libertytheatreastoria. Book tour!
2 days ago · Colin Meloy is a raconteur. The music he’s made for over two decades as bandleader of the Decemberists has long been anchored by narrative-based songwriting, the subject matter of which can ...
Jun 2, 2024 · Meloy talks about cross-collaborating with his Portland pals, about how he discovered the Replacements, and much more — including the making of the Decemberists' new album, As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again. Watch the full interview above, and read a transcript below.
Apr 19, 2021 · Colin Meloy and Mac Wilson sit down for a virtual interview as The Decemberists celebrate their 20th anniversary this month. The two look back at iconic releases and memories from The Decemberists' catalog, and discuss the craft of building a setlist in the age of streams.
The Decemberists formed in 2000 when Colin Meloy left his band Tarkio in Montana and moved to Portland, Oregon. There he met Nate Query, who introduced Meloy to Jenny Conlee (they had played together in the band Calobo) and the three scored a silent film together.
3 days ago · Colin Meloy (second from right) and The Decemberists are releasing their ninth studio album and performing a show at Revolution Hall, June 14. Even with eight studio albums released by The ...
