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Niles John JacobJohn Jacob Niles John Jacob Niles American musician (1892–1980) This article is about the composer and singer. For other uses, see John Niles. John Jacob Niles (April 28, 1892 – March 1, 1980) was an American composer, singer and collector of traditional ballads. Called the "Dean of American Balladeers,"[1] Niles was an important influence on the American folk music revival of the 1950s and 1960s, with Odetta, Joan Baez, Burl Ives, Peter, Paul and Mary and Bob Dylan, among others, recording his songs. Quick facts Born, Died ... John Jacob Niles John Jacob Niles Born (1892-04-28)April 28, 1892 Louisville, Kentucky Died March 1, 1980(1980-03-01) (aged 87) Lexington, Kentucky Occupation American musician Spouse Rena Lipetz Children Thomas Michael Tolliver and John… (Source: Wikipedia)
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