James Mercer

Biography

James Russell Mercer (born December 26, 1970) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. He is the founder, vocalist, lead songwriter, and sole remaining original member of the indie rock group The Shins. In 2009, Mercer and producer Danger Mouse formed the side project Broken Bells, for which they released a self-titled album in March 2010, followed by After the Disco in 2014, and then Into the Blue in 2022. He also has acted, appearing in Matt McCormick's feature film Some Days Are Better Than Others, which premiered in 2010.

Known For

Saturday Night Live

as Self - Musical Guest

Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!

as Self (The Shins)

Some Days Are Better Than Others

as Eli

From The Basement

as Self - The Shins

Kulturzeit

as self

The Elephant 6 Recording Co.

as Self

Garden State - The 20th Anniversary Concert

as Self - Performer (The Shins)

Light Tiger Eye

as Man