Stephen Malkmus is an American musician. He helped define the sound of '90s American indie-rock through his work with Pavement and established a successful solo career with his backing band The Jicks. Malkmus is known for his exceptional guitar-playing skills, recognized within the underground rock scene. He has released solo albums including Stephen Malkmus, Face the Truth, and Traditional Techniques, through which he explores British folk, '70s prog, psychedelia, and guitar rock. His most popular songs include Jenny & the Ess-Dog, Deado, and Church On White.