Date of Birth: May 30, 1966
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Stephen Malkmus is an influential American musician best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the indie rock band Pavement, as well as for his work with Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks. Born on May 30, 1966, in Santa Monica, California, Malkmus grew up in Stockton, California. He attended the University of Virginia, where he met future Pavement member Bob Nastanovich. In 1989, Malkmus co-founded Pavement with Scott Kannberg. The band quickly became a cornerstone of the 1990s indie rock scene, known for their lo-fi sound and witty, often cryptic lyrics. Albums such as “Slanted and Enchanted” and “Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain” are considered classics in the genre. After Pavement disbanded in 1999, Malkmus pursued a solo career, releasing his debut solo album in 2001. He then formed Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks, continuing to release critically acclaimed music.
5 Interesting Facts about Stephen Malkmus
1. Stephen Malkmus once worked as a security guard at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City.
2. He is an avid tennis fan and has played in celebrity tennis matches.
3. Pavement’s first album, “Slanted and Enchanted,” was recorded in a makeshift studio in a friend’s basement.
4. Malkmus has a degree in history from the University of Virginia.
5. He has collaborated with a variety of artists across different genres, including the German electronic band, Mouse on Mars.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Stephen Malkmus
1. “Songs are often reflections of what’s going on around me.”
2. “I like the idea of throwing a wrench into the works.”
3. “Pavement was a band that didn’t fit into the mainstream, and that’s what made us who we were.”
4. “I think music is a way to escape, but it’s also a way to confront things.”
5. “There’s a lot of freedom in not being tied to one sound or one idea.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Stephen Malkmus is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Stephen Malkmus has two children with his wife, artist Jessica Jackson Hutchins. The family resides in Portland, Oregon.
Relevant Links
1. [Stephen Malkmus on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Malkmus
2. [Pavement’s Official Website](http://www.crookedrain.com/
4. [NPR Interview with Stephen Malkmus](https://www.npr.org/artists/15185250/stephen-malkmus
5. [Stephen Malkmus on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/226647-Stephen-Malkmus
