David Berman
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About
Singer-songwriter and poet who founded the alternative rock band the Silver Jews. He later formed the indie rock band Purple Mountains.
Before Fame
He attended the University of Virginia.
Trivia
He attempted suicide in 2003, and his recovery deepened his Jewish faith.
Family Life
He settled in Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife Cassie. His death was ruled a suicide.
Associated With
He was favorably compared to Bob Dylan.
