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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.
Michael Hurley, a Singer Both Eccentric and Inspirational, Dies at 83
A folk troubadour with an eclectic style, he built a devoted following for his songs about love, death, drinking and a ...
Singer Michael Hurley, known as 'Godfather of freak folk,' dies at 83
The family of folk singer Michael Hurley, known as the "Godfather of freak folk," revealed on Thursday that Hurley has died.
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 ...
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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 ...
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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 Ilana Kaplan is a Staff Editor at PEOPLE.
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Why did Michael Hurley call himself Snock? Nickname origin explored as outsider folk singer passes away
The iconic outsider folk legend Michael “Snock” Hurley has passed away. The freak folk legend’s family confirmed the news of ...
Michael Hurley, Influential Outsider Folk Singer, Dead at 83
Michael Hurley, the beloved eccentric folk singer whose music became a touchstone for a generation of singer-songwriters, has ...