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Phil Ochs

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Phil Ochs
Born
Philip David Ochs

December 19, 1940
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
DiedApril 9, 1976
New York City, State of New York, United States of America
Cause of deathSuicide


Philip David Ochs was a Statesian Left-wing protest singer and songwriter, mostly within the Folk genre.[1]

He participated in the Folk Revival musical movement in the United States, as well as several political movements including the Civil Rights Movement, the Anti-Vietnam War movement, and the Labor Rights movement.[1]

His political views changed throughout his life, with him advocating for the Democratic Party in his early years, before identifying as a Marxist and a Communist later.[2]

Early Life

Education and Early Career

Career and Activism

Chicago Democratic National Convention and Later Career

Mental Decline, Final Years, and Death