David Johansen

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. When was David Johansen born?January 9, 1950
2. Where was David Johansen born?New York City, New York
3. What is the primary association?Lead singer of the seminal proto-punk band, the New York Dolls
4. What is the notable pseudonym?Buster Poindexter, under which he explored jazz and blues genres
5. Who is David Johansen?David Johansen is a singer who led the New York Dolls and later became famous for his stage shows and music.
6. What was the New York Dolls?The New York Dolls were a band that mixed rock, glam, and punk music, and they were known for their bold style and energetic performances.

Proto-punk: A musical movement in the late 1960s and early 1970s that predated and heavily influenced the development of punk rock.
Pseudonym: An assumed name used by a writer, performer, or other person, often for artistic or professional reasons.
Glam rock: A subgenre of rock music characterized by flamboyant costumes, makeup, and theatrical stage performances, popular in the early 1970s.
Alter ego: A secondary personality or persona adopted by an individual, often for creative expression or performance.