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Cynthia DallAmerican singer, guitarist and photographer.
Date of Birth: 12.03.1971
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Cynthia Dall: A Life in Music
- Untitled and Collaboration with Jim O'Rourke
- Sound Restores Young Men and Political Activism
- Final Years and Legacy
Cynthia Dall: A Life in Music
Early Life and Smog YearsCynthia Dall was born in Sacramento, California. She first emerged on the music scene in 1994 as part of Smog, the musical project of her then-boyfriend Bill Callahan. Dall contributed vocals and guitar to Smog's albums "Burning Kingdom," "Wild Love," and "The Doctor Came at Dawn," and toured extensively with the band throughout the United States and Europe in 1995.
Untitled and Collaboration with Jim O'Rourke
In 1996, Dall released her debut solo album, "Untitled," produced by Jim O'Rourke and featuring guest vocals from Bill Callahan. O'Rourke was a frequent collaborator throughout Dall's career, and his experimental approach had a significant influence on her sound. Dall's music was characterized by its atmospheric, introspective qualities, often incorporating elements of folk, jazz, and electronica.
Sound Restores Young Men and Political Activism
Dall's second album, "Sound Restores Young Men," was released in 2002 and featured contributions from O'Rourke and Tim Grimm of The Fucking Champs. Her musical output was interrupted by struggles with epilepsy, but Dall remained an active presence in the Sacramento music scene. She engaged in political activism, assisting citizens with voter registration.
Final Years and Legacy
Despite her health challenges, Dall continued to work on new music in the years leading up to her death. According to her record label, she had been working on a new album at the time of her passing on April 5, 2012. Cynthia Dall's legacy lives on through her innovative and atmospheric music, which continues to inspire a new generation of artists. Her work as a musician, photographer, and political activist serves as a testament to her extraordinary talent and commitment to creativity and social justice.
