Devendra Banhart

Venezuelan-American Folk Singer-Songwriter

Devendra Banhart is a Venezuelan-American singer-songwriter and visual artist known for his contributions to the genre of freak folk. His music is characterized by its idiosyncratic style, blending elements of folk, psychedelic rock, and lo-fi influences. Banhart first gained attention with his 2002 debut album "Oh Me Oh My… The Way the Day Goes by the Sun Is Setting Dogs Are Dreaming Lovesongs of the Christmas Spirit." His career continued to flourish with subsequent releases such as "Rejoicing in the Hands" and "Niño Rojo" in 2004, which helped solidify his reputation as a key figure in the indie-folk scene.