Rhett Miller
Rhett Miller
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Rhett Miller is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and novelist, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the alternative country rock band Old 97's.
Birth and Death Dates
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Rhett Miller was born on January 4, 1970. He is still active in his career and has not passed away.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Professions:
Singer-songwriter
Musician (guitarist)
NovelistEarly Life and Background
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Rhett Miller was born in Longview, Texas. He grew up in a musical family and developed an interest in music at an early age. Miller attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he met his future bandmates and formed Old 97's.
Major Accomplishments
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Old 97's released their debut album, "Hitchhike Ahead," in 1994. They gained a significant following in the alternative country music scene with hits like "Big Red Ferrari" and "Four-Wheel Drive." Miller's songwriting skills and distinctive vocals have been praised by critics and fans alike.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Rhett Miller's notable works include:
Songs: Miller has written many popular songs, including "If There Was No You," "The Old 97s," and "Mundane at Best."
Novels: He published his first novel, _The Listener_, in 2010. His second novel, _The Monster of Templeton_, was released in 2012.
Radio Shows: Miller hosted a radio show called _B-Sides_ on SiriusXM's Outlaw Country channel.
Impact and Legacy
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Rhett Miller has had a significant impact on the music industry with his unique blend of country, rock, and folk. His lyrics often focus on everyday life, relationships, and storytelling. As the lead singer of Old 97's, he has influenced many artists in the alternative country genre.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Rhett Miller is widely quoted or remembered for his:
Catchy songwriting: His ability to craft memorable melodies and lyrics has made him a favorite among fans.
Unique vocal style: Miller's distinctive vocals have been praised by critics and fans alike, setting him apart from other musicians in the alternative country genre.
* Creative endeavors: He has successfully transitioned from music to writing novels, showcasing his versatility as an artist.
Quotes by Rhett Miller
Yesterday I wrote the majority of a song called 'Burn the Nightclub Down' which was about kind of driving into Cleveland full of dread at the prospect of playing at this night club and actually just the night before I had called my girlfriend whose birthday it was. And it's her birthday and here I am on the road in some hellhole in Ann Arbor in Michigan.
Seeing that the 97's are a democracy through and through, inevitably, some of these tons of songs I write will get vetoed. The first time that happened (and every time thereafter), I consoled myself with the thought that sooner or later I'd make a solo record
I made The Instigator while I was homeless as a result of 9/11, and there was some stuff on there that was really raw and directly out of that experience
I love to rock, but it's liberating not to always have to keep up with the freight train that is the Old 97's
I picked out those clothes with the help of a professional stylist along with my wife, who might as well be a professional stylist. I've been trying to go in that nice, old-school, Rod Stewart kind of direction.
I knew I loved her right then and there. Everyone else sat down real quietly and respectfully, but she stood up in the front row and started dancing and trying to get everyone else to dance.
