
J.G. Thirlwell
Known for department: Sound
Birthday: 1960-01-29
Place of birth: Melbourne, Australia
Biography
James George Thirlwell – also known as J.G. Thirlwell, Clint Ruin, Frank Want, and Foetus, among other names, is an Australian singer, composer, and record producer. He is known for juxtaposing a variety of different musical styles.
Known for

Butthole Surfers: The Hole Truth and Nothing Butt
2025SelfDon't Bring A Dog
1997Himself
Submit to Me
1986
Submit to Me Now
1987
Male
1993Himself / Foetus
The Hardcore Collection
2012(archive footage)
Scala!!!
2024Self
The Sound of Progress
1988Himself
NYC Foetus
2009Himself
Swans: Where Does a Body End?
2019Self
Blank City
2011Self
The Right Side of My Brain
1984
Kill Your Idols
2004SelfKill Your Idols: More.
2006HimselfD.I.Y. or Die: How to Survive as an Independent Artist
2002Himself