Niels Skousen, born on January 28, 1944, in Cologne, Germany, is a Danish composer, guitarist, actor, and poet. His musical career began in 1964 after being inspired by Bob Dylan's album Another Side Of Bob Dylan, which led him to start writing songs and learning guitar. Skousen made his record debut in 1971 with Herfra hvor vi står. Throughout his career, he has released several albums, including Dobbeltsyn (2002) and Daddy Longleg (2006). In addition to his solo work, Skousen has collaborated with various artists and bands, including Young Flowers, Pan, and Skousens Rockteater. He received the Dan Turèll Medal in 2023, recognizing his contributions to Danish music and culture.
