Person

Phil Ochs

Philip David Ochs (; December 19, 1940 – April 9, 1976) was an American songwriter and protest singer (or, as he preferred, a topical singer). Ochs was known for his sharp wit, sardonic humor, political activism, often alliterative lyrics, and distinctive voice. He wrote hundreds of songs from the 1960s to early 1970s and released eight albums.

Ochs performed at many political events during the 19…

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Artist details

Type
Person
Area
United States
Born
December 19th, 1940
Died
April 9th, 1976
Genres
Labels
Rhino
Elektra
A&M Records
Smithsonian Folkways
Vanguard
Last updated: November 16th, 2018