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James Mercer
Actor, Additional Credits
Born December 26, 1970 (53 years)
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.
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.
Filmography
| 2022 | The Elephant 6 Recording Co. · as Self |
| 2010 | Conan (2010) (TV Series) · as Self - Broken Bells |
| 2009 | The Real Housewives of New Jersey (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2007 | Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job! (TV Series) · as Self (the Shins) |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2002 | Late World with Zach (TV Series) · as Self - The Shins |
| 1995 | Kulturzeit (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live (1975) (TV Series) · as Self - Musical Guest |
| 1975 | Austin City Limits (TV Series) · as Self |