Natalie Merchant
Natalie Merchant In concert in Maryhill, Washington in 2010 Background information Birth name Natalie Anne Merchant Born (1963-10-26) October 26, 1963 (age 51) Jamestown, New York, United States Genres Alternative rock, pop, folk Occupation(s) Musician, Songwriter Instruments Vocals, keyboard, piano Years active 1981–present Labels Elektra Records Myth America Records Nonesuch/Elektra Records Associated acts 10,000 Maniacs Michael Stipe Website Official website Natalie Anne Merchant (born October 26, 1963) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She joined the alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs in 1981 and left it to begin her solo career in 1993.