Chhom Nimol | |
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Born | Cambodia |
Genres | Cambodian rock, Rock, psychedelic, surf, indie |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
Instruments | Vocals |
Years active | 2001–present |
Labels | Tuk Tuk Records |
Website | denguefevermusic |
Chhom Nimol is a Cambodian singer and lead vocalist for the band Dengue Fever, which she joined in 2001.
Nimol was born in Cambodia and lived in a refugee camp in Thailand during the Khmer Rouge regime. She learned how to sing from her family, who are well-known musicians and singers in Cambodia. In 1997, she won Cambodia's Apsara Awards, a singing competition. In 2001, she immigrated to the United States.