John Linnell of They Might Be Giants

As improbable as it seems, They Might Be Giants is turning 40 next year. John Linnell is one half of that duo, the other half being John Flansburgh. Linnell is a singer-songwriter who plays accordion, baritone and bass saxophone, clarinet, and keyboards. He also released a solo EP this year ... sung entirely in Latin. (And yet he still wonders why some people think he's a nerd.) Join us for a delightful and delightfully wide-ranging chat about the history of the band and Linnell's own life. Brooklyn news and views you can use: bkmag.com Email: [email protected] Follow along on Facebook: Brooklyn Magazine Twitter: @brooklynmag Instagram: @brooklynmagazine Follow Brian Braiker on Twitter: @slarkpope