Ben Shepherd
American musician and songwriter, Soundgarden bassist
Born
September 20th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Gained prominence as a member of the band Soundgarden. Contributed significantly to the grunge movement in the 1990s. Achieved critical acclaim with the band's influential albums, including 'Superunknown' and 'Badmotorfinger'. In addition to work with Soundgarden, participated in other musical projects, expanding creative horizons.
Played bass guitar for Soundgarden
Released the album 'Superunknown' in 1994
Contributed to the band's Grammy Award-winning music
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