Bobby Long (musician)

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Bobby Long (musician) born?September 18, 1985
2. Where was Bobby Long (musician) born?Wigan, Greater Manchester, England
3. What is Bobby Long (musician) known for?Singer-songwriter, acoustic folk music, and contributions to film soundtracks
4. What is the musical genre?Folk, acoustic
5. What is the current residence?New York
6. Who is Bobby Long?Bobby Long is a British singer‑songwriter from England. He writes and sings songs that tell stories, using his acoustic guitar as the main instrument.

Singer-songwriter: An artist who writes, composes, and performs their own original musical works.
Acoustic folk: A musical genre characterized by the use of acoustic instruments and a focus on lyrical narrative and traditional themes.
Lyrical depth: The richness and complexity of meaning within the words of a song.
Idiom: A characteristic style or expression of a particular artist or genre.