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As with other talented but troubled artists such as Syd Barrett, Brian Wilson, and Roky Erickson, Daniel Johnston fights a daily battle with the chronic mental illness that has plagued him nearly his entire life. However, despite recurrent bouts of delusional behavior wherein he has physically endangered himself and others, Johnston has carved out a respectable, influential career ...more

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  • Keep Punching Joe
  • My Little Girl
  • Psycho Nightmare
  • Love Wheel
  • The Beatles
  • Got to Get You into My Life
  • Held the Hand

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  • Soft Skull Press
  • The Daniel Johnston Museum of Love
  • Welcome To My World - Slant Magazine
  • You don't have to sit up to stand tall.
  • e-zine POPnews : Daniel Johnston

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