Birthday: April 5, 1966

Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Pensacola, Florida, USA (raised in Seattle, Washington)

About:

Mike McCready is the lead guitarist and founding member of Pearl Jam, one of the defining bands of the grunge movement in the early ’90s. Known for his blistering solos and blues-infused style, McCready has been a cornerstone of the Seattle rock scene. In addition to his work with Pearl Jam, he’s contributed to side projects like Mad Season and Temple of the Dog.

Family Life:

Mike is married to Ashley O’Connor and is a father of three. He has been open about his personal challenges, including living with Crohn’s disease, and has become an advocate for awareness and research funding.

Awards:

• Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Inducted with Pearl Jam in 2017
• Grammy Award: Best Hard Rock Performance for “Spin the Black Circle” (1996)
• Golden Gods Award: Recognized for guitar excellence and influence

Trivia:

• Jimi Hendrix Influence: Cites Hendrix as his greatest guitar inspiration — even mimicked his tone early on.
• Mad Season: Co-founded the short-lived but legendary Seattle supergroup with Layne Staley of Alice in Chains.
• Sports Fan: Huge supporter of Seattle sports teams, often seen playing the national anthem at games.
• Custom Guitars: Known for favoring Stratocasters and collaborating on signature guitar designs.
• Activism: Involved in social justice efforts and nonprofit fundraising through Pearl Jam’s activism platform.