Jad Fair is an American lo-fi musician and visual artist best known as the founder of the influential indie band Half Japanese, which he formed in 1975. Known for his DIY aesthetic and experimental approach to music, Fair has maintained a prolific and independent career spanning decades, collaborating with artists across genres and releasing numerous solo albums alongside his work with Half Japanese. His distinctive vocal style and unconventional songwriting have made him a cult figure in indie and alternative music circles.
