Loudon Wainwright III

An accomplished and versatile singer/songwriter, author, and actor, Loudon Wainwright III emerged in the early 1970s with a sound that combined elements of folk, blues, and rock, and a lyrical style steeped in cynical humor, candid personal observations, and social commentary. His first three studio albums, Album I, Album II, and Album III, were warmly received, and his 1972 novelty hit "Dead Skunk," along with appearances on the immensely popular television series M*A*S*H, helped to cement his reputation and grow his cult following. Since then, he has released dozens of album...