- Name: Bob Mould
- Current Age: 60
- Occupation(s): Musician, Songwriter
- Date of Birth: October 16, 1960
- Place of Birth: Malone, New York, USA
- Nationality: American
- Parents: Frank Mould (father), Ardith Mould (mother)
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: Kevin Foley
- Children: None
- Net Worth: $5 million (Estimated for 2024)
- Source of Wealth: Music, Songwriting
- Brand Endorsements: N/A
- Ventures: N/A
- Investments: N/A
- Ethnicity: Caucasian
- Height: 6’2" (188 cm)
- Weight: 180 lbs (82 kg)
- Notable Works: "Copper Blue," "Workbook," "Zen Arcade"
Early Life
Contributions to Various Artist Compilations
Bob Mould has made various guest appearances throughout his career. In 1984, he played piano on Ground Zero’s album Ground Zero. In 1991, Mould sang and played guitar on the Golden Palominos album Drunk with Passion on the song "Dying from the Inside Out." In 1992, he contributed vocals to the song, "Dio" on the Throwing Muses album Red Heaven. Mould performed the guitars for the soundtrack for the film version of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, released in 1999. In 2000, Mould sang "He Didn’t" (written by Stephin Merritt) on The 6ths’ album Hyacinths and Thistles. He also contributed vocals to the 2009 Fucked Up cover of "Do They Know It’s Christmas?"
Contribution to "WedRock" Benefit Concert
In April 2004, Mould was a co-organizer of the WEDRock benefit concert for Freedom to Marry. The event raised an estimated US$30,000. Mould also contributed the song "See a Little Light" to the 2006 album Wed-Rock: A Benefit for Freedom to Marry, an album to support in the legalization of same-sex marriage.
Performance on "The OC" and "The Henry Rollins Show"
On September 29, 2005, Mould’s song "Circles" was included on The OC. Additionally, Mould appeared on an episode of Independent Film Channel’s The Henry Rollins Show on June 15, 2007.
Tribute to Hedwig and the Angry Inch
In 2001, Mould played lead guitar in the house band for the film of John Cameron Mitchell’s Hedwig and the Angry Inch (musical), and on the film’s soundtrack. In 2003, Mould also participated in a Hedwig tribute album, Wig in a Box, on which he covered the song "Nailed."
Tribute Concert by Fellow Musicians
On November 21, 2011, musicians such as Dave Grohl, Britt Daniel and Jessica Dobson of Spoon, Craig Finn and Tad Kubler of The Hold Steady, Randy Randall and Dean Allen Spunt of No Age, Margaret Cho, Jason Narducy, Jon Wurster of Superchunk, and Ryan Adams came together at the Walt Disney Concert Hall and played songs from Bob Mould’s career. During the concert, Bob discussed his then-forthcoming album Silver Age, involving Jason Narducy and drummer Jon Wurster (of Superchunk), and a limited tour of Sugar’s debut album Copper Blue.
Financial Insights:
As of 2024, Bob Mould’s estimated net worth stands at $5 million. The primary sources of his income stem from his music career, including album sales, royalties, and live performances. Mould’s enduring influence in the music world has also led to opportunities for collaborations, licensing deals, and merchandise sales, contributing to his overall wealth.
Factors contributing to Bob Mould’s wealth include his prolific songwriting abilities, consistent touring schedule, and loyal fan base. Additionally, Mould’s reputation as a trailblazer in the alternative rock and punk genres has ensured a steady stream of income from both his classic works and new releases.
