About
One of the founding members of the indie rock band Modest Mouse who played with them from 1993 to 2003 and then rejoined in 2004. He passed away from cancer at the age of 45.
Before Fame
He has played with Satisfact, Red Stars Theory, Peeved, Vells, and Psychic Emperor.
Trivia
He was able to speak some Japanese, a skill that was showcased on the Modest Mouse album, Night on the Sun. The band released 7 albums before his passing.
Family Life
His father was in the Army and he grew up with an older brother, one half-sister, and one stepsister.
Associated With
He considered John Bonham among his musical inspirations.
