This episode of pplpod focuses on the American musician, singer, and songwriter Marshall Crenshaw. It offers a comprehensive biography covering his birth in 1953, early life, and extensive career from the 1980s to the present, detailing his transition from playing John Lennon in Beatlemania to his own musical success in the genres of rock and power pop. The source highlights his most notable hits, such as "Someday, Someway," his acting role as Buddy Holly in La Bamba, and his songwriting contributions for other artists like the Gin Blossoms. Finally, the article concludes with sections dedicated to his discography, which includes studio albums, EPs, live albums, and a chart history of his singles, along with notes and external references.
