Steve Jones

Date of Birth: September 3, 1955

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Steve Jones is a renowned British musician best known as the guitarist for the iconic punk band the Sex Pistols. Born Stephen Philip Jones in London, England, he grew up in the Shepherd’s Bush area, where he found solace in music as a teenager. Jones formed the Sex Pistols in 1975 alongside vocalist Johnny Rotten, bassist Glen Matlock, and drummer Paul Cook. The band quickly rose to prominence with their rebellious attitude and raw sound, becoming one of the most influential punk rock bands in history. After the Sex Pistols disbanded in 1978, Jones pursued a solo career and worked with various musicians, including Iggy Pop and Bob Dylan. He also hosted the popular radio show “Jonesy’s Jukebox,” where he interviewed many high-profile musicians and celebrities. Despite his turbulent career and personal struggles, Steve Jones remains a pivotal figure in the punk rock movement.

5 Interesting Facts about Steve Jones

1. Steve Jones was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Sex Pistols in 2006, although the band refused to attend the ceremony.

2. He played all the bass parts on the Sex Pistols’ groundbreaking album “Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols” after Glen Matlock left the band.

3. Jones struggled with drug addiction for many years before achieving sobriety in the early 1990s.

4. He has appeared in several films and TV shows, including “The Great Rock ‘n’ Roll Swindle” and “Californication.”

5. In 2016, Jones released his autobiography “Lonely Boy: Tales from a Sex Pistol,” which received critical acclaim for its candid and humorous insights into his life and career.