Lisa Germano

Lisa Germano is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for her deeply introspective and emotionally rich music. Starting her career as a violinist, she gained early recognition playing with John Mellencamp before branching out into her own solo work in the early 1990s. Her albums, including Geek the Girl, Excerpts from a Love Circus, and Lullaby for Liquid Pig, blend elements of alternative rock, folk, and dream pop, often featuring haunting melodies and poetic lyrics that explore themes of vulnerability and personal struggle.

Germano has built a devoted following thanks to her distinctive sound and fearless honesty. Over the years, she has collaborated with a range of artists from different genres, including David Bowie, Neil Finn, and members of the Eels, showcasing her versatility as a musician. Despite flying somewhat under the mainstream radar, her body of work has earned critical acclaim and a lasting influence in the indie and alt-folk scenes.

Genres

Slowcore

Dream Pop

Chamber Pop

Experimental

Folk

Indie Rock

Singer-songwriter

Alternative Rock

Indie Folk

Lo-fi

Pop Rock

Baroque Pop

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Latest Release

Geek the Girl (30th Anniversary Special Edition)

Lisa Germano

Album - 18 Tracks - Released May 23, 2025