Tim Eriksen

Tim Eriksen, born in Northampton, Massachusetts, is an American musician, musicologist, and professor with a career active since 1987. He is widely recognized as the leader of the band Cordelia's Dad and also as a solo artist. Eriksen's extensive work includes his role as a performer and consultant for the acclaimed soundtrack of the film Cold Mountain.

Eriksen's upbringing was shaped by a diverse range of sounds. Growing up surrounded by his parents' singing and what he describes as "natural sounds" like "bugs and wind and water," he developed an early appreciation for auditory experiences. While his New England environment fostered a love for American history and early music, his musical landscape was also populated by the sounds of The Beatles, Kiss, and Motorhead. A move to Long Island introduced him to the energetic punk-rock scene, notably the Ramones. This period saw him involved in hardcore, punk, and garage bands, including The Lobster Men, which eventually evolved into Cordelia's Dad.