Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks

Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks are the band led by American singer-songwriter Stephen Malkmus, known for his earlier role as frontman of Pavement and for leading this indie-rock project.

Stephen Malkmus was the frontman and primary songwriter of Pavement. Reviews note Janet Weiss and Joanna Bolme as members of the Jicks in one review, and mention that Beck (Beck Hansen) produced Mirror Traffic. Reviews praise Malkmus's melodic sensitivity and criticize heavy vintage/psychedelic affectations; Real Emotional Trash is described in one review as his fourth solo effort.

DeBaser reviews call out Stephen Malkmus's strong melodic sense while criticizing heavy vintage affectations and uneven rock muscle. Real Emotional Trash is seen as overlong and inconsistent; Mirror Traffic is noted for Beck's production and moments of tight pop-rock. Overall reception is mixed (ratings include 2/5 and 3/5).

For:Fans of indie rock and Pavement; readers interested in album reviews and indie production details.