Deakin (musician)

Deakin
Deakin performing a solo set in September 2010
Background information
Birth nameJoshua Caleb Dibb
Also known asConrad Deacon, Deacon, Sweet James, Deaken
Born (1978-01-06) January 6, 1978
Orange, California, United States
Occupation(s)Musician, carpenter
Instruments
Years active1995–present
Labels
Websitewww.myspace.com/deakin

Joshua Caleb Dibb (born January 6, 1978), also known by his moniker Deakin, is an American musician who co-founded the experimental pop band Animal Collective. He is the most infrequent member of the collective appearing on only nine of the group's fourteen studio albums. In 2016, he made his solo debut with the album Sleep Cycle. He also occasionally works as a carpenter during musical down time.