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Stephen Malkmus announces US solo tour
Stephen Malkmus has announced a US solo tour, marking a return to live dates under his own name. The run will give fans a chance to hear material from across his solo catalogue, alongside the work for which he is best known with Pavement.
The article’s accessible text does not include the tour itinerary, venues, dates, supporting acts or ticket details, as the page is blocked behind a JavaScript-and-cookies notice. Malkmus is the former Pavement frontman and has also released several solo records and performed with the Jicks.
In short
- Stephen Malkmus has announced a US solo tour.
- Tour dates and venues were not accessible.
- Malkmus is best known as Pavement’s frontman.
Explained simply
Stephen Malkmus was the lead singer and primary songwriter of Pavement, an influential indie rock band from the 1990s widely regarded as one of the most important groups of that era. Since Pavement disbanded and later reunited, Malkmus has built a prolific solo career, releasing albums and performing with his backing band the Jicks.
For many fans, Malkmus is best known for his work with Pavement, though his solo albums represent a significant part of his musical legacy. A solo tour allows audiences to experience both sides of his output together, from his Pavement era to his independent recordings.