Former leader of the Nerves (a Californian punk-rock band) and the Plimsouls, he embarked on a solo career in 1987. Described as a "masterpiece" by Rolling Stone magazine, his first album was produced by T Bone Burnett. John Hiatt and the Byrds also took part. His inimitable voice serves up autobiographical lyrics in a blend of torrid rock and nervous blues.
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