The Jim Carroll Band was an American rock band formed in the late 1970s, led by poet and musician Jim Carroll. Known for their blend of punk rock and new wave, the band gained attention with their debut album, "Catholic Boy," released in 1980. The album featured the hit single "People Who Died," which became a defining song of the era. The band's music often reflected themes from Carroll's poetry and his experiences growing up in New York City. Although they enjoyed a brief period of popularity, the Jim Carroll Band disbanded in the early 1980s, and Carroll later pursued a successful career as a writer and artist.