Born February 8, 1977 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Phoenix was taught how to play guitar by his mom (who is also his greatest inspiration). He also plays the violin and cello (which you can hear him playing on Reanimation & Meteora). He eventually moved to CA, where he joined a band in high school named the Tasty Snax.
While in the band, Phoenix went from playing guitar to bass guitar. Like Rob and Brad, Phoenix also graduated from UCLA. Phoenix played with Xero (LP's old band) and then toured with The Snax for 1 1/2 years and later came back to play with LP. (You'll notice he's not in the "One Step Closer" video.)
Some of Phoenix's favorite bands include Weezer, The Beatles, The Roots, Bob Marley, and Sarah McLachlan.
Instrument:
Bass
Gear:
Ernie Ball Music Man Sting Ray basses
Ampeg SVT Classic heads
Ampeg SVT Classic cabinets
Dean Markley Blue Steel strings
Dunlop Picks (.88)
DBX 160 compressor
Monster cables
Sans Amp
Boss pedals
Whirlwind direct boxes
Quote:
“After a long year out of the band, it's been incredible to rejoin and be back in the mix. I appreciate everyone who supports us both on the website and at our live shows more than I could ever express. To be afforded the opportunity to do something I've always loved, with a bunch of friends, is truly a blessing. Thank You"
Random Info
* Phoenix's real name is David Michael Farrell
* Phoenix's birthdate is 2/8/77
* He got married 12-28-2002
* Phoenix was born in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
* He plays the bass, violin, guitar and Chello
* Phoenix grew up in Massachusetts but later moved to Mission Viejo, CA, AND now lives in LA.
*Pheonix is 6"2
* After moving to CA, he joined a band in high school called 'Tasty Snax'. The band later changed their name to 'The Snax'
* While Phoenix was w/ The Snax he transitioned from guitar to bass guitar and stayed w/ it ever since.
* As previously mentioned, Phoenix was the original bass player in Xero.
* Phoenix played with Xero until he decided to tour w/ The Snax for a year and a half & then came back to Linkin Park.
* Snax was/is a band from Orange County, CA. They are a Christian punk band. (For info on their albums check the discography pg)
* Phoenix was taught how to play guitar by his mom, his greatest inspiration :)
* Phoenix is a graduate from UCLA.
* Phoenix is also responsible for some of the song writing on the "Hybrid Theory" cd.
* Phoenix uses both 4 and 5 string Ernie Ball Sting Ray Bass Guitars and uses SWR Amplifiers.
* Phoenix loves Mocha Almond Fudge ice cream.
* Phoenix prefers boxers instead of briefs.
* The crowd sang 'happy birthday' to Phoenix at Minneapolis concert on Feb 8th.
* Phoenix's favorite movie is Braveheart.
* Phoenix's most humiliating experience on stage is slipping and falling in front of everyone.
* Phoenix's fantasy girl is his girlfriend.
* Phoenix moved away from Massachusetts to CA when he was just 5.
* Phoenix's Schools & Mascots : Montevideo Mountaineers, La Paz Caballeros, Mission Viejo Diablos, UCLA Bruins.
* Phoenix likes to play soccer and snow board.
* Phoenix likes: Weezer, Beatles, Deftones, Roots, Bob Marley, Sarah McLaughlin, Hughes & Wagner, Harrod & Funck.
* Phoenix wishes he could play the drums.
* Phoenix's advice is to take naps.
* Most inspirational to Phoenix is his older brother (Joe).
* Phoenix's favorite food is Mexican
* Phoenix was raised in a Catholic family until 2nd grade... then went to a protestant church.
* When they were first starting out Phoenix and Brad were college room-mates so they would drive to practice together.
* Phoenix has played lots of instruments inclduing the violin.
* Phoenix says that prince Ali from Aladin is the cartoon character that represents him best, although he'd say Simba but he's a lion so that doesn't work.
