Goth Babe

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Goth Babe
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Background information
Birth nameGriffen Washburn
OriginChattanooga, Tennessee
Genres Indie rock
Years active2015 (2015)–present
Labels Mom + Pop Music
Website www.gothbabemusic.com

Goth Babe is the American indie rock solo project of singer-songwriter Griff Washburn.

Contents

After releasing a series of singles and EPs, the first Goth Babe album title Lola was released in 2024. [1]

Early life

Washburn was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee and moved to Nashville to pursue his music career before moving to New York and ultimately to the West Coast. [1] [2]

Career

Washburn released his debut album Lola in 2024. [3]

Personal life

Washburn has stated he suffers from PTSD after being held up by gunpoint. [4] In 2022, Washburn's home burned down and he lost his iMac with years worth of unreleased music. [5]

Goth Babe discography
Studio albums1
Music videos7
EPs10
Singles19

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References

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