Jesse Malin is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter whose music reflects the swagger and heart of his hometown, New York City. As part of D Generation, Malin kept the spirit of '70s glam and punk alive during the height of grunge. Malin did better as a solo artist, realigning himself with the rawer side of Americana in the 2000s, then working as a rock & roll troubadour, bashing out albums and earnest concerts at a steady pace. Malin reinvented himself as a solo artist with 2003's The Fine Art of Self Destruction, and 2021's Sad and Beautiful World, his first double album, gave him the room to explore both sides of his muse. After a medical crisis compromised his ability to walk and perform, Malin's friends and fans showed their support with a tribute album, while the artist issued a live album and film, 2024's Chasing the Light.