Jay Reatard | |
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![]() Jay Reatard performing at Munich, Germany in 2009 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | James Lee Lindsey Jr. |
Born | Lilbourn, Missouri | May 1, 1980
Origin | Memphis, Tennessee |
Died | January 13, 2010 Memphis, Tennessee | (aged 29)
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Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, bass guitar, percussion, keyboards |
Years active | 1995–2010 |
Labels | Matador, Shattered, In the Red, Goner |
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Website | www |
James Lee Lindsey Jr. (May 1, 1980 – January 13, 2010), known professionally as Jay Reatard, was an American musician from Memphis, Tennessee. He was signed to Matador Records. He released recordings as a solo artist and as a member of the Reatards and Lost Sounds.