Ben Shepherd

Biography

Born in Okinawa, Shepherd grew up in Washington and developed an interest in music after watching Johnny Cash on TV. He played in various punk-rock bands and eventually joined Soundgarden as a bassist in 1990. Shepherd contributed to the band's musical evolution and played a significant role in songwriting. In 1993, he formed a side project, Hater, with Matt Cameron and John McBain. Soundgarden broke up in 1997, leading Shepherd to struggle with addiction and personal issues. He played in various bands before Soundgarden reunited in 2010, continuing until Chris Cornell's death in 2017.

Known For

6.0

Live from the Artists Den

TV Series2009

6.4

Singles

Movie1992

4.8

2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Movie2025

7.4

Hype!

Movie1996

VH1 News Special: Grunge

Movie2001

9.0

MoPOP Founders Award 2020 Honoring Alice in Chains

Movie2020

5.6

The Colossus of Destiny: A Melvins Tale

Movie2016

10.0

Soundgarden: Motorvision

Movie1992

Filmography