Hegelian singer-songwriter Josh Tillman, raised in Rockville, Maryland, is known for his time spent as the drummer for the "Fleet Foxes". However, among his fans he is known for his albums under the name "Father John Misty". His music is often seen as satirical, with heavy emotion and meaning (no matter how much he plays it down). His future roles include Doctor Fun, Hipster Shaman, Time Traveling Hobo, and actor in the middle of a personal crisis.
Son of Barbara Lee (Hall) and Irvin Conrad Tillman, Jr. His mother was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where her family were missionaries. His maternal grandmother was from Kisbey, Saskatchewan, Canada. His ancestry includes English and Irish.
Under the moniker Father John Misty he released the album "Fear Fun" in 2012.
Under the moniker Father John Misty he released the album "Pure Comedy" in 2017.