John Mellencamp

John Mellencamp (born 1951) is an American singer, composer and record producer.

Also recorded as John Cougar Mellencamp; John J. Mellencamp; Johnny Cougar; John Cougar; Little Bastard.

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Overview

Also worked under the name Johnny Cougar, John Cougar and John Cougar Mellencamp.

Born at Seymour in 1951.

In detail

John Mellencamp studied at Indiana University, Vincennes University and Seymour High School. the recorded working language is English.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are pop rock and heartland rock. Woody Guthrie and The Rolling Stones are recorded as an influence.

Distinctions recorded are Americana Lifetime Achievement Award for Songwriting, ASCAP Foundation Champion Award and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Sources

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    “John Mellencamp”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q345431: John Mellencamp

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John Mellencamp's Airstream at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco, California

John Mellencamp's Airstream at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco, California

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