Daniel Johnston: an all American weirdo, a manic depressive and a truly singular talent. Johnston's unique brand of lo-fi folk coupled with cartoon imagery has attracted the attention of Nirvana, Sonic Youth and a legion of fans into the present day. His art and music depict the very real tribulations and triumphs of a creative individual. Although he is very much 'different', Daniel Johnston is not an outsider artist - he exhibits, he tours, he is aware of his own practice as an artist and dictates it to his own wish, making various connections to other artists and musicians along the way. For me, Johnston's story is one of triumphant optimism and celebration of the creative spirit. His work is emotionally raw, beautifully weird yet incredibly relatable.
LISTEN: Daniel Johnston - Loner www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlhKXLhX7H8
LISTEN: Daniel Johnston - Loner www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlhKXLhX7H8