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Michael Hurley, 'Godfather of Freak Folk' Musician and Painter, Dies at 83: 'There Is No Other'
On Friday, April 4, it was confirmed that underground folk legend, cartoonist and painter Michael Hurley — who was ...
Michael Hurley, singer-songwriter and ‘Godfather of freak folk,’ dies at 83
Hurley, a favorite of Cat Power and Lucinda Williams, was 'the purveyor of an eccentric genius and compassionate wit.' ...
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Why was Michael Hurley called 'Godfather of freak folk'? Everything to know as the underground folk icon dies at 83
Folk singer and songwriter Michael Hurley passed away in Astoria, Oregon, on April 3, 2025. Dubbed as the 'Godfather of freak folk', Hurley had an unconventional music career. With over 30 albums ...
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5 best Michael Hurley songs to remember the late 'Godfather of freak folk'
The Godfather of freak folk, Michael Hurley, died on April 3 at the age of 83. His songs often mixed humor, unusual characters, and emotion and were also described as “outsider folk.
Michael Hurley, guitarist and singer/songwriter known as the ‘Godfather of freak folk,’ dies at 83
Michael Hurley, a unique guitarist and songwriter known as the ‘Godfather of freak folk,’ died last week at the age of 83.
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Michael Hurley, 'Godfather of Freak Folk' Musician and Painter, Dies at 83: 'There Is No Other'
The late musician, known as the "Godfather of Freak Folk" was influential to a generation of singer-songwriters including Will Oldham and Lucinda Williams Michael Hurley, a folk musician ...
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Singer Michael Hurley, known as 'Godfather of freak folk,' dies at 83
Folk music pioneer Michael Hurley, known as the "Godfather of freak folk," has died. He was 83. The singer's family shared news of his death on Thursday in a statement posted by Hurley's record ...
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Singer Michael Hurley, known as 'Godfather of freak folk,' dies at 83
Folk music pioneer Michael Hurley, known as the "Godfather of freak folk," has died. He was 83. The singer's family shared news of his death on Thursday in a statement posted by Hurley's record label, ...