About
Guitarist and singer with the rock bands Sleater-Kinney and Wild Flag. She also starred in and wrote for the sketch comedy series Portlandia.
Before Fame
She started playing guitar at the age of fifteen and later studied sociolinguistics at The Evergreen State College.
Trivia
She penned "Monitor Mix," a National Public Radio (NPR) Music blog.
Family Life
She grew up in Washington state and was raised by her father following her parents' divorce.
Associated With
She co-starred on Portlandia with fellow comedian Fred Armisen.