Townes Van Zandt
Acting
Born: 1944-03-07 in Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Biography
John Townes Van Zandt (March 7, 1944 – January 1, 1997) was an American singer-songwriter. He wrote numerous songs, such as "Pancho and Lefty", "For the Sake of the Song", "If I Needed You", "Tecumseh Valley", "Tower Song", "Rex's Blues", and "To Live Is to Fly", that are widely considered masterpieces of American songwriting. His musical style has often been described as melancholy and features rich, poetic lyrics.
Known For
Austin City Limits
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Heartworn Highways
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Without Getting Killed or Caught
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Be Here to Love Me
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Heartworn Highways Revisited
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For the Sake of the Song: The Story of Anderson Fair
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Nanci Griffith: Other Voices, Other Rooms
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Houston 1988: A Private Concert
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Townes Van Zandt: Live in Amsterdam
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