Alex Feder Biography: Age, Net Worth, Linkin Park, Wife, Height, Songs, Albums, Tour

Alex Feder is an American musician, songwriter, record producer, and guitarist, recognized for his role as the touring lead guitarist for Linkin Park during their 2024–2026 From Zero World Tour.

He is also known for his solo projects under the pseudonym Leonard Friend and as the former frontman of the indie rock band The XYZ Affair.

Profile

• Full Name: Alexander David Feder
• Stage Name: Alex Feder, Leonard Friend, Still A Great Night
• Born: November 20, 1983
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American Musician, Songwriter, Record Producer, Guitarist
• Height: 5’9
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Feder
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: not married
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $2 million

Early Life and Education

Alexander David Feder was born on November 20, 1983, just outside Washington, D.C., and raised in Potomac, Maryland, in a Jewish household. His passion for music emerged early, with a pivotal moment at age 13 while performing Machinehead by Bush at a friend’s Bar Mitzvah, solidifying his desire to pursue music professionally.

Raised in a culturally Jewish environment, he attended the Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School, where limited music opportunities led him to self-teach guitar and drums during middle and high school.

Feder later enrolled at New York University (NYU) in 2001, studying Jazz Music Performance. At NYU, he honed his skills and formed lifelong friendships that shaped his career, crediting his high school experience for teaching him values and interpersonal skills that aided his networking in the music industry.

Career

Feder’s music career began in 2002 when he co-founded The XYZ Affair, an indie rock band in Brooklyn, New York, during his freshman year at NYU. As the band’s songwriter, singer, and guitarist, alongside Chris Bonner (bass), Sam Rockwell (drums), Russ Maschmeyer (keyboards/saxophone), and another high school friend on guitar, he released their debut EP Good To Know (But Hard To Tell) in 2003.

The band gained a following with their hit All My Friends, inspired by Feder’s high school friends, but disbanded in 2009 after struggles with their second album. Feder announced the breakup, noting the band’s evolving dynamics no longer fit its original identity.

After moving to Los Angeles with his then-girlfriend, Feder launched his solo project Leonard Friend, releasing the Lynyrd Frynd EP in 2012, with the lead single Serious Music praised by Nylon as “the smoothest-sounding debut we’ve heard in a while.” Influenced by LCD Soundsystem, Michael Jackson, and Justin Timberlake, he also released a remix of Timberlake’s Suit & Tie in 2013.

Under the alias Still A Great Night, he released the EP +1 in 2015, featuring tracks like Alcohol and Moments of Silence. Feder toured as a guitarist for artists like Enrique Iglesias (seven years), Miley Cyrus, and LP, notably contributing to LP: One Last Time (2021).

In 2024, he became the touring lead guitarist for Linkin Park, replacing Brad Delson for live performances during the From Zero World Tour (2024–2026), debuting on September 5, 2024, and bringing dynamic energy to tracks like The Emptiness Machine. He also contributed to the soundtrack for Dear White People (2014) and Drainiac! (2000).

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @alexfeder
• Facebook Handle: Alex Feder Official

Personal Life

Alex Feder resides in Los Angeles, California, and maintains a private personal life. He is single, with no confirmed spouse, children, or current relationships. He previously moved to Los Angeles with a girlfriend, but the relationship ended, and no further details are available.

Raised in a Jewish household, Feder has spoken about reconnecting with his cultural roots during college, which influences his artistic outlook. His professional relationships, forged through friendships from high school and NYU, have been crucial to his career, including landing his role with Enrique Iglesias.

Feder is passionate about continuous improvement in singing, dancing, songwriting, and guitar playing, adopting a “bit by bit” approach to avoid overwhelming goals. He has avoided public controversies and focuses on his music and touring commitments. Fans on X have praised his addition to Linkin Park, noting his ability to complement the band’s live energy.

Filmography

• Dear White People (2014) – Soundtrack contribution
• LP: One Last Time (2021) – Performer (music special)
• Drainiac! (2000) – Sound department (unverified, likely minor role)

Discography

• With The XYZ Affair:
  • Good To Know (But Hard To Tell) (2003, EP) – Includes All My Friends
• As Leonard Friend:
  • Lynyrd Frynd (2012, EP) – Includes Serious Music
  • Suit & Tie (Remix) (2013, single)
• As Still A Great Night:
  • +1 (2015, EP) – Includes Alcohol, Moments of Silence, Let’s All Form Bands, Whatever Forever
• With Linkin Park (Touring Member):
  • From Zero (2024, album) – Live performances only, no studio contributions

Net Worth

Alex Feder’s estimated net worth is $500,000 to $2 million. His income stems from his work as a touring guitarist for artists like Enrique Iglesias, Miley Cyrus, LP, and Linkin Park, as well as royalties from his solo projects and The XYZ Affair. His production work for Dear White People and other media contributions add to his earnings.