James Mercer
Also Known As: The Shins, Broken Bells
Biography: James Russell Mercer (born December 26, 1970) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. He is the founder, vocalist, lead songwriter, and sole remaining original member of the indie rock group The Shins. In 2009, Mercer and producer Danger Mouse formed the side project Broken Bells, for which they released a self-titled album in March 2010, followed by After the Disco in 2014, and then Into the Blue in 2022. He also has acted, appearing in Matt McCormick's feature film Some Days Are Better Than Others, which premiered in 2010.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Adult: No
Birthday: December 26, 1970
Age: 54 years old
Gender: Male
Popularity:
Known For:
Some Days Are Better Than Others
Overview: Some Days are Better Than Others is a poetic, character-driven film that asks why the good times slip by so fast while the difficult times seem so sticky. The film explores ideas of abundance, emptiness, human connection and abandonment while observing an interweaving web of awkward characters who maintain hope by inventing their own forms of communication and self-fulfillment.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-06-03
Popularity:
From The Basement
Overview: First DVD release from this refreshingly basic UK music programme puts the music in the foreground with an impressive role call of acts. With sparse production and no filler (no host, no audience, just artist centre stage), From The Basement's eclectic line-up reads like a contemporary alternative who's who; The White Stripes, Sonic Youth, Radiohead, Thom Yorke, Albert Hammond Jr., The Shins, Beck, Damien Rice, José González, Super Furry Animals, Eels, and more.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-03-08
Popularity:
The Elephant 6 Recording Co.
Overview: The unique inside story of the collective creative evolution behind the sounds of 1990s psychedelic rock bands Olivia Tremor Control, Neutral Milk Hotel, and The Apples in Stereo — the founding groups behind the Elephant 6 collective, as well as a host of other artists — with inspirational resonance for today’s music makers, and music lovers everywhere.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-08-25
Popularity:
Light Tiger Eye
Overview: A short film about color identification.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-01-01
Popularity:
Garden State - The 20th Anniversary Concert
Overview: Be a part of The Garden State 20th Anniversary Concert. This one night only musical event features songs from the iconic Grammy Award-winning soundtrack that defined a generation. Watch performances by the original artists including The Shins, Iron & Wine, Frou Frou, Colin Hay, Thievery Corporation, Remy Zero, Cary Brothers, Bonnie Somerville, and Sophie Barker from Zero 7. Plus more special guests. Whether you remember the first time you heard “New Slang” or the emotional pull of “Let Go,” this is for fans of the film and music alike and is not to be missed.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-04-06
Popularity: