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John Mellencamp

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John Mellencamp (born October 7, 1951) is an American singer-songwriter from Seymour, Indiana, best known for heartland rock and roots-oriented albums and hits such as "Jack & Diane" and "Hurts So Good". He was a founding figure in Farm Aid and has recorded consistently from the 1970s onward.

Frequently collaborates with producers Don Gehman and T-Bone Burnett; longtime drummer Kenny Aronoff is a frequent contributor. Albums often explore American roots music and social themes; notable albums reviewed here include Scarecrow, Trouble No More and No Better Than This.

DeBaser's reviews portray John Mellencamp as a roots-driven, socially engaged heartland rock songwriter. Reviewers praise landmark albums like Scarecrow, Trouble No More and No Better Than This. Recurring themes: Americana, traditional influences, and direct social commentary. Production collaborators cited include Don Gehman and T-Bone Burnett.

For:Fans of heartland rock, Americana and roots music; readers interested in socially conscious songwriting and album reviews.

 "The guy is fake!"

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 If it's not one of his masterpieces, it's very close.

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 Live At Town Hall is the first live album released by John Mellencamp, after nearly forty years of a distinguished career punctuated by about twenty studio albums:

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 Recorded between February 10 and 29, 2003 at Belmont Hall in Indiana, "Trouble No More" is a half miracle.

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