F.M. Cornog, known professionally as East River Pipe, is a New Jersey-based singer-songwriter acclaimed for his introspective and poignant compositions. Overcoming personal challenges, including homelessness and addiction, Cornog began recording music in his Queens apartment using a modest multi-track setup. His early home-recorded cassettes garnered attention from the UK-based Sarah Records, making him one of the few American artists signed to the label. Cornog's music, characterized by its lo-fi aesthetic and deeply personal lyrics, has been described by The New York Times as "gentle, smart, and unspeakably sad." His work has influenced and been covered by artists such as David Byrne, Lambchop, and The Mountain Goats. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_River_Pipe?utm_source=openai))