Liz Phair

Biography

Elizabeth 'Liz' Phair is an American singer-songwriter born on April 17, 1967. She began self-releasing audio cassettes under the name Girly-Sound after graduating from Oberlin College in 1990, leading to a recording contract with Matador Records. Her debut album Exile in Guyville (1993) received acclaim and was ranked among the greatest albums of all time by Rolling Stone. She has since transitioned between alternative rock and pop-rock styles throughout her career.