Dave Farrell Biography: Wife, Age, Kids, Height, Net Worth, Stage Name, Linkin Park

Dave Farrell, known by his stage name Phoenix, is an American musician and multi-instrumentalist, best recognized as the bassist and backing vocalist for the rock band Linkin Park.

His solid basslines and contributions to the band’s nu-metal and alternative rock sound have been integral to their global success.

Profile

• Full Name: David Michael Farrell
• Stage Name: Phoenix
• Born: February 8, 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Birthplace: Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American Musician, Bassist, Backing Vocalist, Record Producer
• Height: 5 feet 11
• Parents: Kathy Farrell (mother), and Mr Farrell
• Siblings: Joe Farrell (older brother), and Tyler Farrell (younger brother)
• Spouse: Linsey Farrell (m. 2002)
• Children: Regan Farrell (born 2007), second daughter (born 2008), third child (name and birthdate undisclosed)
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million to $25 million

Early Life and Education

David Michael Farrell was born on February 8, 1977, in Plymouth, Massachusetts, and moved to Mission Viejo, California, at age five. Raised by his mother, Kathy, who played piano and sang, Farrell was exposed to music early.

His older brother, Joe, began playing cello in fourth grade, inspiring Dave to take up the violin, which he studied classically for eight years, also learning some cello and viola. His mother taught him guitar basics in high school, and he later transitioned to bass.

Farrell attended Mission Viejo High School, where he joined the Christian ska-punk band Tasty Snax. He later enrolled at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), rooming with future Linkin Park bandmate Brad Delson, and graduated in 1999 with a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy.

His college years included jamming with Delson and balancing commitments between Tasty Snax and Xero, the precursor to Linkin Park.

Career

Farrell‘s music career began in high school with Tasty Snax, a Christian ska-punk band later renamed The Snax, where he switched from guitar to bass to meet the band’s needs. Signed to Screaming Giant Records, they released two studio albums and a compilation.

Farrell joined Xero in 1996 after meeting Brad Delson at UCLA, contributing to their 1997 demo tape. He left Xero in 1998 to tour with Tasty Snax, adopting the stage name Phoenix, inspired by the film Mystery Men.

He rejoined Xero, now Linkin Park, in mid-2000, replacing temporary bassists for their debut album Hybrid Theory (2000), which sold over 30 million copies with hits like In the End and Crawling.

Farrell played bass on six of Linkin Park‘s seven studio albums: Meteora (2003), Minutes to Midnight (2007), A Thousand Suns (2010), Living Things (2012), The Hunting Party (2014), and One More Light (2017).

He also played violin and cello on Reanimation‘s Krwlng (2002) and contributed to the score for Joe Hahn‘s film Mall (2015). Alongside Delson and Rob Bourdon, he managed Linkin Park‘s business operations.

After Chester Bennington died in 2017, the band went on hiatus, during which Farrell hosted the Member Guest podcast with golfer Brendan Steele and Linkin Park videographer Mark Fiore.

He returned with Linkin Park in 2024 for their album From Zero and the From Zero World Tour, joined by new members Emily Armstrong and Colin Brittain. Farrell has also collaborated with artists like Junkie XL, Stone Temple Pilots, and Dead by Sunrise.

Awards and Nominations

• Grammy Awards: • 2002: Won Best Hard Rock Performance for Crawling (Linkin Park) • 2006: Won Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for Numb/Encore (Linkin Park and Jay-Z) • Nominated six times total for Linkin Park projects, including Best New Artist and Best Rock Album for Hybrid Theory
• MTV Europe Music Awards: Linkin Park won 10 awards, including Best Rock Act (multiple years)
• American Music Awards: Linkin Park won six awards for Favorite Artist Alternative Rock
• MTV Video Music Awards: Won four awards, including Best Rock Video for In the End and Somewhere I Belong
• World Music Awards: Linkin Park won three awards

Note: Awards reflect Linkin Park‘s collective achievements, with Farrell as a core member.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @phoenixlp
• Twitter Handle: @phoenixlp

Personal Life

Dave Farrell, resides in Los Angeles, California, with his wife, Linsey Farrell, whom he married on December 28, 2002. They have three children: Regan (born 2007), a second daughter (born 2008), and a third child (details undisclosed).

An avid golfer, Farrell has competed in tournaments like the Alfred Dunhill Links and hosts the Member Guest podcast with golfer Brendan Steele. He is a soccer fan, supporting the LA Galaxy, and previously held season tickets.

His two phoenix tattoos on his back, fitting his stage name, are a notable personal mark. Of Ashkenazi Jewish descent, Farrell‘s political views are eclectic, agreeing with some Democratic and Republican perspectives.

He is a wine and craft beer enthusiast, often exploring local brews on tour. Following Chester Bennington‘s death in 2017, Farrell chose not to speak at the memorial, citing difficulty expressing his emotions.

Fans on X have expressed mixed sentiments about his bass playing, with some appreciating his foundational role in Linkin Park‘s 2024 reformation, while others feel his contributions are understated compared to temporary bassists on Hybrid Theory.

Filmography

• Transformers (2007) – Soundtrack contribution (Linkin Park‘s What I’ve Done)
• Miami Vice (2006) – Soundtrack contribution (Linkin Park‘s Numb/Encore)
• S.W.A.T. (2003) – Soundtrack contribution (Linkin Park‘s Figure 09)
• Mall (2015) – Contributed to the score with Joe Hahn, Mike Shinoda, Chester Bennington, and Alec Puro
• Linkin Park: From a Whisper to a Scream (documentary) – Himself
• King of the Hill (2008) – Cameo as himself (TV series, 1 episode)

Discography

• Hybrid Theory (2000) – Bass on select tracks, rejoined post-recording
• Reanimation (2002, remix album) – Bass, violin, and cello on Krwlng
• Meteora (2003)
• Collision Course (2004, with Jay-Z)
• Minutes to Midnight (2007)
• A Thousand Suns (2010)
• Living Things (2012)
• Recharged (2013, remix album)
• The Hunting Party (2014)
• One More Light (2017)
• From Zero (2024) – Includes The Emptiness Machine
• Contributed to Mike Shinoda‘s Post Traumatic (2018, select tracks)

With Tasty Snax/The Snax:

• Run Joseph Run (1998)
• Snax (2000)
• The Best of Snax (2001, compilation)

Net Worth

Dave Farrell‘s net worth is estimated at $5 million to $25 million. His wealth stems from Linkin Park‘s global album sales (over 70 million), international tours, merchandise, and production work with artists like Junkie XL and Dead by Sunrise.

Estimates vary, with sources like Celebrity Net Worth citing $25 million, while others, like Wikispro (2020), suggest $5–10 million.