Aaron Dessner
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About
Singer and songwriter who gained international recognition as a founder of the indie rock band The National. He was nominated for the Album of the Year Grammy Award in 2021 for his work co-writing Taylor Swift's album Folklore. He writes movie scores, including for the 2021 film Cyrano.
Before Fame
He helped create The National in 1998 with his brother Bryce. They released their 1st album in 2001.
Trivia
The National's 2013 album Trouble Will Find Me was nominated for the Grammy Award for the best alternative album. He co-founded the Eaux Claires music festival.
Family Life
He has three children with his wife.
Associated With
He has played in the duo Big Red Machine alongside Bon Iver's Justin Vernon.
