Happy 80th birthday to the original freak folker Michael Hurley (born 12/20/41). With a proud DIY approach to his recording and artistry, Hurley and his homespun tunes reflect a time where a tender tenor and lyrics mattered. Aside from playing a variety of instruments, Hurley does his own album covers that often feature the cartoon werewolves, Jocko and Boone. Watch Hurley perform recently at Gundlach Bundschu Winery in Sonoma, California
