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American bassist

For the Australian rules footballer, see Dave Farrell (footballer).

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Musical artist

David Michael Farrell (born February 8, 1977), also known by his stage name Phoenix, is an American musician, best known as the bassist of the rock band Linkin Park. He was also a member of Tasty Snax, a ska punk band.

Early life

Farrell was born in Plymouth, Massachusetts but later moved to Mission Viejo, California at the age of five.^[2] He was taught how to play guitar by his mother when he was in high school.^[1] He also played the violin in high school.^[2] Farrell attended UCLA, where he was roommates with future bandmate Brad Delson.^[2] He graduated from UCLA with a degree in philosophy.^[3]

Career

Tasty Snax

While attending high school, Farrell joined a Christian ska punk band named Tasty Snax, who would later rename themselves to The Snax.^{[ dave phoenix farrell tattoo2 MOFY}