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Neko Case was born in Virginia and raised throughout North America. She grew up on dairy farms, an only child. Neko's 2006 album, "Fox Confessor Brings the Flood" and her most recent, "Middle Cyclone" both contain healthy references to the natural world. It's possible that Neko's focus on whales, spiders, ants and foxes stems from her early exposure to pets and animals of all kinds.
Neko Case spent time in punk bands before forming a backing group The Boyfriends and then ultimately recording on her own. She has also contributed to the Canadian collective The New Pornographers.
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Neko Case was born in Virginia and raised throughout North America. She grew up on dairy farms, an only child. Neko's 2006 album, "Fox Confessor Brings the Flood" and her most recent, "Middle Cyclone" both contain healthy references to the natural world. It's possible that Neko's focus on whales, spiders, ants and foxes stems from her early exposure to pets and animals of all kinds.
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Posted on October 08, 2009 at 11:43 AM | Permalink
intelligence + skill + creativity
intelligence + skill + creativity from both host and guest = a good listen.