Tom Waits
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Tom Waits is an American singer-songwriter, composer, and actor. Known for his gravelly voice and unique musical style that blends rock, jazz, blues, opera, and experimental music, he began his career in the folk scene of San Diego before moving to Los Angeles. He gained significant recognition in the 1970s and 80s with albums like 'Small Change' and 'Foreign Affairs'. His lyrics often explore society's underbelly and the lives of the dispossessed. In addition to his musical career, he has worked as an actor and a poet.[1,2]
- urban underclass
- noir aesthetics
- experimental music
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Works by Tom Waits
- 1973 Closing Time
- 1975 The Heart of Saturday Night
- 1976 Small Change
- 1977 Foreign Affairs
- 1975 Nighthawks at the Diner Live album.
- 1992 Bone Machine Won Grammy Award.
- 1999 Mule Variations Won Grammy Award.
- 2011 Bad as Me
Awards
- 1992 Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album
- 1992 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album
- 2011 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction