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Shawn Colvin
Biography
Shawn Colvin
Born
January 10, 1956 in Vermillion, SD

Years Active:
80s | 90s | Current

 
Shawn Colvin is one of the bright spots of the so-called "new folk movement" that began in the late '80s. And though she grew out of the somewhat limited "woman with a guitar" school, she has managed to keep the form fresh with a diverse approach, avoiding the clichéd sentiments and all-too-often formulaic arrangements that have plagued the genre. In less than a decade of recording, Colvin has emerged as a songcraftsman with plenty of pop smarts, which has earned her a broad and loyal following.

Shawn Colvin was born in Vermillion, SD, on January 10, 1956. ...
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