Who Is Glen Matlock? Age, Biography and Wiki
Glen Matlock was born on August 27, 1956, making him 68 years old in 2025. He rose to fame in the 1970s as the bassist for the Sex Pistols, where his songwriting contributions and distinctive style left an indelible mark on the punk rock genre. Apart from his work with the Pistols, Matlock has collaborated with various artists and bands over the years and remains an active figure in the music scene.
| Occupation | Rock Singer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | August 27, 1956 |
| Age | 68 Years |
| Birth Place | London, England |
| Horoscope | Virgo |
| Country | England |
Popularity
Glen Matlock's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Glen Matlock stands at approximately 6 feet (183 cm) tall and weighs around 75 kg (165 lbs). His athletic build is complemented by his youthful demeanor, which he maintains through an active lifestyle.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Glen Matlock has kept his personal life relatively private. There have been rumors about his relationship status, but he has not officially confirmed any romantic partnerships in recent years. Matlock has been linked to various influential figures in the music industry; however, his current boyfriend or girlfriend remains undisclosed.
Net Worth and Salary
Glen Matlock's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million as of 2025. His wealth primarily stems from his successful music career spanning several decades, including his tours, album sales, and collaborations. Glen also earns revenue through merchandise sales and appearances at music festivals.
Career, Business and Investments
Throughout his career, Glen Matlock has ventured beyond just music. He has engaged in various business opportunities, including music production and artist management. Matlock has also invested in startups related to technology and music innovation. His enduring passion for rock music and unwavering commitment to his craft have kept him relevant in the industry.
Social Network
Glen Matlock is active on various social media platforms, where he engages with fans and shares updates about his projects. He can be found on:
- Twitter: @GlenMatlock
- Instagram: @GlenMatlock
- Facebook: Glen Matlock Official
After Rich Kids, he formed the Spectres with Tom Robinson Band guitarist Danny Kustow, and subsequently Mick Hanson, and then Hot Club in 1982 with guitarist James Stevenson and singer Steve Allen. Matlock also played bass on the Iggy Pop album Soldier and the Damned album Not of This Earth.
Under the moniker Rhode-Twinn, Matlock (and Steve New) was brought to play on Gary Twinn's 1990 single "Bike Boy" on Bernard Rhodes' own Sacred record label. Twinn and Matlock stayed in touch and began writing and recording with the Damned drummer Rat Scabies and Generation X guitarist Bob "Derwood" Andrews as Dead Horse in 1996.
A US tour was arranged, but almost immediately Matlock reunited with the Sex Pistols and the group was disbanded. He also internationally toured as bass player with Johnny Thunders in 1986 Matlock then re-joined the original Sex Pistols members for reunion tours in 1996, 2002, 2003, 2007 and 2008.
He played bass guitar and sang for a time in the bands the Philistines and the Flying Padovanis. He toured with a loose collective of punk and post-punk stars, Dead Men Walking, which included Mike Peters of the Alarm, Kirk Brandon of Theatre of Hate and Spear of Destiny, and Pete Wylie of Wah!
He is now a member of Slinky Vagabond with Earl Slick, Clem Burke and Keanan Duffty. Slinky Vagabond played their debut concert at the Joey Ramone Birthday Bash in May 2007.
One newspaper, comparing the current lifestyles of the Sex Pistols, wrote: "Only original bassist Glen Matlock remains touring with his own band, an irony given that he was sacked for being too conservative".
Education
Glen Matlock attended school in the UK, where he developed an interest in music early on. While specific details about his educational background are scarce, it is evident that his passion, combined with self-study and real-world experience in music, has honed his skills as a bassist and songwriter.
Matlock attended Saint Martin's School of Art until 1974. He was the original bass player of the Sex Pistols, having been introduced to guitarist Steve Jones and drummer Paul Cook while working in Sex, Malcolm McLaren's clothing boutique in London.
He is credited as co-writer on 10 of the 12 songs appearing on the album Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, and as bassist and backing vocalist on the song "Anarchy in the U.K.".
However, his overall contribution to the album has been disputed: Jones said in a 2011 interview he was "tired of Matlock's claims that he had co-written some of the punk icon's biggest tunes", stating that he himself had written as many songs as Matlock, whilst Matlock himself notes in his autobiography, I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol, that the band o
nly wrote two songs after his departure.
According to a 2014 interview, he played a big role in writing the songs that appeared on the album. Cook has stated that Matlock actually wrote most of the songs on the album. Additionally, whilst Jones has insisted that Matlock disliked many of Johnny Rotten's lyrics, Matlock has said that he had no issue with them.
