R. Stevie Moore is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and home recording pioneer, widely recognized for his influence on DIY and lo-fi music. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, on January 18, 1952, Moore is the son of Bob Moore, a noted session bassist which provided him with a direct link to the music world from an early age. Moore began his career in the late 1960s and has been prolific ever since, with hundreds of self-released albums and compilations showcasing his eclectic style and creative restlessness. He is often cited as a key figure in the development of home recording, utilizing consumer-grade technology to craft complex, multi-layered compositions, well before the advent of digital recording made such practices commonplace.

Throughout his extensive discography, Moore has touched upon a wide array of genres, from rock and pop to experimental music, often with a quirky and satirical edge. Albums such as "Phonography" (1976) and "Delicate Tension" (1978) are celebrated for their ingenuity and unconventional approach. His most recent projects, such as "ON EARTH" and "Advanced," continue to display his penchant for innovation and his tireless work ethic. In works like "Hobbies Galore: His Best Twenty-Four" and "The Embodiment of Progressive Ideals," Moore's chameleonic nature shines through, as he constantly redefines his sound and re-examines the boundaries of independent music. Even in his musical experiments like "R. Stevie Moore Reforms the Beatles," his humor and admiration for pop culture are evident. A revered figure in the underground music scene, R. Stevie Moore's influence can be seen in the successive generations of lo-fi enthusiasts and home recording artists.

Genres

Lo-fi

Outsider

Tennessee Experimental

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Latest Release

Fragments 1

R. Stevie Moore

Album - 15 Tracks - Released February 14, 2024