How Sleep Token Went from Cult Band to Global #1

Rock is back and YUNGBLUD is leading the charge. In the Season 3 premiere, Allison Hagendorf and YUNGBLUD share an intimate conversation between friends about finding himself, legacy, and the future of rock ’n’ roll. Filmed in Allison's New York hotel room, this intimate, unfiltered conversation dives deep into his creative rebirth, mental health, and the raw truth behind his new era. YUNGBLUD opens up about: ⚡️ His upcoming collab EP with Steven Tyler & Joe Perry ⚡️ Getting the co-sign from Ozzy Osbourne, Mick Jagger, Lenny Kravitz ⚡️ The pressures of fame & how he hit rock bottom ⚡️ Why he believes “rock is back” — and why imperfection is the point ⚡️ His relationship with Jesse Jo ⚡️ Balancing chaos & discipline, love & art, authenticity & evolution This is YUNGBLUD like you’ve never seen him — raw, reflective, and ready to take rock & roll to the future. 👀 Watch next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwh7qo7VAe4&list=PLl6dGiHr9hXCBsHHe9qR0PiTgxkpdjRyI&index=2 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://play.megaphone.fm/sxhb2ibzrw-vle8ombutpa 🍪 Yes, I baked him my signature homemade cookies. Peanut butter chocolate ones. Obviously. Subscribe on Insta/Tik Tok/YouTube for the recipe ❤️ FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE TO ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf 00:00 - Intro – Welcome to Season 3 of The Allison Hagendorf Show 00:41 - YUNGBLUD arrives in NYC + peanut butter cookie moment 01:35 - Reflecting on their first meeting (2017) & the rock revival 02:05 - SOLD OUT US Tour 04:40 - The state of rock music today — “Turn the drums up!” 07:37 - Steven Tyler & Joe Perry collab story — how it happened 11:02 - Recording “My Only Angel” & the energy in the studio 12:34 - Back To The Beginning & Making Your Own Luck 16:33 - Ozzy Osbourne advice about the haters 19:33 - Hitting rock bottom after Yungblud & finding his truth 21:06 - Creating IDOLS — making art from the heart 24:28 - Working with Matty Schwartz, the “love of his life” 26:30 - On authenticity, imperfection, and why it matters 27:28 - Avoiding being part of the 27 Club 32:00 - Rock is on its way up. People are hungry for it. 34:00 - Finding balance through boxing, discipline & focus 36:05 - Rock vs Pop - why raw emotion wins 39:34 - Love & partnership with Jesse Jo Stark 43:20 - Bridging generations of rock – from Ozzy to Gen Z 46:30 - Legacy & what he wants to leave behind 49:53 - Final surprise moment + full circle Grammy Museum lead-in #YUNGBLUD #TheAllisonHagendorfShow #RockIsBack #YUNGBLUDInterview #RockAndRoll #ModernRock #StevenTyler #OzzyOsbourne #JoePerry #IdolsEra #rockrevival Produced by: A-Game Productions Raw Content Raw Content Directed by: JT Boehme Shot by: Michael Morones Sound by: Griffin Head Onslot Entertainment Edited by: Ben Patterson Custom YUNGBLUD Blazer by Tribute Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do you do when people in power don’t believe in you? When they tell you you’re wrong — or worse, ignore your vision completely? In this episode, I’m sharing the 8 biggest lessons from my A&R years in NYC: how I went from answering phones to signing artists, backing future superstars like Juliette Simms, Katy Perry, and Mark Foster, and learning to trust my vision before the world caught up. These are the moments that shaped me: the risks I took, the times I trusted my gut, and what I learned when the world said “no.” If you’re building your dream, creating your next chapter, or learning to believe in yourself again — this one’s for you. 👇 Let me know in the comments which lesson resonated with you most. And don’t forget to subscribe — this community is for people who want to live what they love. ✦ CHAPTER 1: How To Find Your Passion (When You Have No Idea Where to Start) → https://open.spotify.com/episode/2HHzAjf8lkRvrxdgnw3ibJ?si=d31b9bcb1b59417a 🔔 FOLLOW: https://open.spotify.com/show/45uodFpMnMvgvXDsqQSVbF?si=8ab6d7e3d07b473a ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #confidence #trustyourself #allisonhagendorf #musicindustry #betonyourself 00:00 – Intro 01:58 – Lesson 1: There’s Opportunity in the Unglamorous 02:42 – Lesson 2: When the Door Opens, Walk Through 03:58 – Lesson 3: Believe Before There’s Proof 05:18 – Lesson 4: When Growth Stops, Move On 06:14 – Lesson 5: Champion Someone and Fight for It 07:23 – Lesson 6: Your Gut Is Wiser Than the Rules 09:04 – Lesson 7: The Next Chapter Is Already Inside This One 10:38 – Lesson 8: Trust Your Vision — Even If No One Else Does 11:32 – Outro + Final Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’ve ever felt like your passion doesn’t fit in a box—or like you’re meant for something more but don’t know where to begin—this is for you. I didn’t have a master plan. Just a feeling. But that feeling changed everything. In this first episode of my new series, I share how I went from a music-obsessed kid to becoming the Head of Rock at Spotify—without connections, a roadmap, or any guarantees. 💡 This is a story about purpose. About choosing your path—even when it doesn’t make sense yet. About following what lights you up—and trusting it to lead somewhere real. 🎬 What you’ll take away: • What to do when you don’t know your purpose yet • Why passion is your compass (even if you’re multi-passionate) • How small steps can build a life-changing path • What it really takes to turn your spark into something lasting 📌 New episodes drop weekly—subscribe to join a community of people living what they love.👇 https://www.youtube.com/@AllisonHagendorf ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #findyourpurpose #passiontopurpose #allisonhagendorf #inspiration #lifepath #purposedrivenlife #motivationalstory #originstory #womeninmusic 00:00 - Feeling stuck? You’re not alone 01:42 - Childhood signs you’re meant for more 03:06 - Dick Clark, dreams, and early ambition 04:47 - The Nirvana moment that changed everything 06:28 - When obsession becomes direction 07:25 - The role of connection over credentials 08:12 - Meeting your hero is just the beginning 09:21 - Real lessons about passion and purpose 10:08 - Your next step (starts now) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sleep Token just made history with Even in Arcadia, debuting at #1 on the Billboard 200 and redefining what it means to be a metal band in 2025. With zero interviews, masked identities, and a genre-blurring sound that fuses progressive metal, R&B, gospel, and ambient textures, they’ve become the most polarizing—and groundbreaking—band on earth. In this video, I break down how Sleep Token rose from a cult following to global dominance, why they resonate so deeply with fans, and what their success means for the future of heavy music. 🎧 Featuring breakdowns of “The Summoning,” “Caramel,” and more. 💬 Drop a comment: Did Sleep Token convert you—or are you still not sold? ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #sleeptoken #eveninarcadia #sleeptokenreaction #progressivemetal #heavymusic #metalnews #rockrevolution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame isn’t just about music — it’s about the artists who changed everything. In this special episode, I’m honoring the 2025 inductees who reshaped genres, broke boundaries, and defined entire eras — from Soundgarden and Cyndi Lauper to Outkast, The White Stripes, and more. These icons didn’t just top charts. They redefined what it means to be an artist — bold, fearless, original — and their influence still echoes through everything we hear today. 🎧 Subscribe for more deep dives into the artists who shaped us. 🛒 Use code THEGROOVE at Vinyl.com for 10% off your favorite albums. 👇 Who’s your favorite 2025 Rock Hall inductee? ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #RockHall2025 #Soundgarden #CyndiLauper #Outkast #WhiteStripes #JoeCocker #AllisonHagendorf #VinylCommunity #MusicThatMovedMe #ClassicArtists #HallOfFame #Grunge #HipHopLegends #PopIcons #RockHistory #MusicCulture 00:00 – Intro: Why the Rock Hall Still Matters 01:21 – Soundgarden – Superunknown and Grunge’s Emotional Depth 05:08 – Cyndi Lauper – She’s So Unusual and the Power of Self-Expression 08:32 – Bad Company – Bluesy Swagger and Arena Rock Beginnings 11:02 – Chubby Checker – The Twist and a Cultural Dance Revolution 12:39– Joe Cocker – With a Little Help From My Friends as Gospel Soul 14:32 – Outkast – Stankonia and Southern Innovation 17:03 – The White Stripes – Elephant and Garage Rock’s Global Riff 20:01 – Outro: Which Album Defines This Class for You? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list has sparked endless debates. But beyond the rankings are the records that truly shaped the culture. In this special episode, I spotlight the albums that moved me, shaped me, and still live in me today — from Thriller, Purple Rain, and Faith, to Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, CrazySexyCool, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, and more. These albums redefined pop, hip-hop, funk, R&B, and cultural storytelling. Some broke records. Others broke barriers. But all of them broke through. 🎧 Subscribe for more deep dives into the albums that made us. 🛒 Use code THEGROOVE at Vinyl.com for 10% off iconic records. 👇 What’s your favorite album from the Top 500? #RollingStone500 #Thriller #PurpleRain #LaurynHill #VinylCommunity #MusicThatMovedMe #AllisonHagendorf #ClassicAlbums #GreatestAlbums #MusicNostalgia #PopHistory #HipHopHistory 00:00 – Intro: Why Albums Still Matter 02:08 – Saturday Night Fever Soundtrack – Disco Goes Global 04:11 – Michael Jackson’s Thriller – The Album That Changed Everything 07:26 – Prince’s Purple Rain – A Genre-Defying Masterpiece 10:04 – Run-D.M.C. – Raising Hell and Breaking Down Barriers 12:40 – Beastie Boys – Licensed to Ill and Hip-Hop Rebellion 14:30 – George Michael’s Faith – Pop Brilliance and Creative Freedom 17:27 – Janet Jackson – Rhythm Nation 1814 as Revolution 21:52 – Madonna – The Immaculate Collection and Pop Power 25:03 – TLC – CrazySexyCool and R&B Redefined 28:03 – Lauryn Hill – The Miseducation… and Unfiltered Truth 30:05 – OutKast – Speakerboxxx/The Love Below Changed the Game 32:38 – Outro: What’s YOUR Favorite Album on the List? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1995 was a monumental year for music — and now, 30 years later, the impact is still undeniable. In this episode with Vinyl.com, I take you on a deep dive into the iconic albums of 1995 that defined a generation: Jagged Little Pill, Mellon Collie, Tragic Kingdom, What’s The Story Morning Glory, The Bends, Soup, Foo Fighters, and so many more. From grunge and alt-rock to pop, hip-hop, and electronic, 1995 was a true musical renaissance. I was 15 years old and right in the middle of my imprinting years. These albums didn’t just shape music, they shaped me. 👇 What was your favorite album of 1995? Drop it in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe to the channel and join our growing music community. 🛒 Use code THEGROOVE at Vinyl.com for 10% off your collection. Watch More Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl6dGiHr9hXB2hR_8P8FOxti9XqSdNK8T Billy Corgan on The Allison Hagendorf Show: https://youtu.be/tK35gymeOco & https://youtu.be/XvAHPWiAue4 ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #1995Albums #90sMusic #JaggedLittlePill #MellonCollie #TragicKingdom #Radiohead #FooFighters #Grunge #AlternativeRock #AllisonHagendorf #VinylCommunity #AlbumAnniversary #MusicNostalgia 00:00 – Intro: Why 1995 Was a Game-Changer 01:54 – Alanis Morissette – Jagged Little Pill Changed Everything 04:20 – Smashing Pumpkins – Mellon Collie and Defining a Generation 06:48 – No Doubt – Tragic Kingdom & Gwen’s Icon Status 09:08 – Blind Melon – Soup, Shannon Hoon & Underrated Genius 11:22 – Oasis – (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? & Britpop’s Rise 13:07 – Radiohead – The Bends as a Sonic Journey 14:52 – Foo Fighters – Debut Album & Post-Nirvana Hope 16:43 – Outro: These Albums Turn 30 – Which Defined You? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why does the music you loved as a teenager still hit so hard today? It turns out, there’s a scientific reason behind it — and for me, the early ’90s were everything. In this episode with Vinyl.com, I share the albums that defined me during my imprinting years: Nevermind, Ten, Superunknown, Dookie, Grace, Wish, Jar of Flies, and more. 🎶 From grunge to punk to alt-rock, these iconic albums didn’t just shape the decade — they shaped me. I dive into personal stories, unforgettable live moments, and the emotional connection that makes this music timeless. Whether you’re a lifelong music lover or discovering the ’90s magic for the first time, this is a celebration of one of the most influential eras in music history. Let’s go back to where identity was forming, emotions ran high, and the perfect album could change your world. 👇 What early ’90s album defined you? Share your story in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe for the next episode featuring albums from 1995 turning 30. 🛒 Get 10% off vinyl at Vinyl.com with code THEGROOVE ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf 00:00 – Why Music Hits Hard in Your Teens 01:25 – The Science Behind “Imprinting Years” 02:50 – Nirvana’s Nevermind: The Gateway to Everything 05:20 – Pearl Jam’s Ten: Emotional Depth & Legacy 07:42 – Soundgarden’s Superunknown: Cornell’s Power 09:45 – Alice in Chains’ Jar of Flies: Acoustic Emotion 11:33 – Blind Melon’s Debut: Beyond the Bee Girl 13:42 – Green Day’s Dookie: Punk Enters the Chat 15:40 – Smashing Pumpkins’ Siamese Dream: Sonic Masterpiece 17:32 – Jeff Buckley’s Grace: Vulnerability in Sound 19:05 – Tom Petty’s Wildflowers: Simplicity & Soul 20:18 – The Cure’s Wish: Heartbreak and Healing 21:35 – U2’s Achtung Baby: Reinvention and Impact #90sMusic #nostalgia #Grunge #AlternativeRock #AlbumsThatDefinedMe #ClassicAlbums #MusicNostalgia #AltRock #Nirvana #PearlJam #Soundgarden #GreenDay #SmashingPumpkins #MusicThatMadeMe #VinylCommunity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The year 2000 was a game-changer for music. CD sales were at their peak and groundbreaking new sounds were emerging. Now, 25 years later, we're looking back at the legendary albums that shaped the era—White Pony, Hybrid Theory, Stankonia, The Marshall Mathers LP, Kid A, and more! Do these classics still hold up today? Let’s dive in! 🛒 Get 10% off VINYL at https://Vinyl.com with code THEGROOVE 🎧 Which 2000 album is your favorite? Drop a comment below! 👇 🔔 Subscribe to join this amazing music community: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf 💿 Watch More Episodes with Vinly.com: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl6dGiHr9hXB2hR_8P8FOxti9XqSdNK8T Mike Shinoda Interview: https://youtu.be/g6PNSzJ30zA Maynard James Keenan Interview: https://youtu.be/s4HZxthh5UY ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf 00:00 - Introduction: The Year 2000 in Music 🎶 01:02 - Deftones' White Pony: Nu-Metal’s Landmark Album 🤘 02:27 - Linkin Park's Hybrid Theory: Album That Changed Everything 🎤 04:52 - Disturbed's The Sickness: Headbanging Anthems & Aggression ⚡ 06:01 - A Perfect Circle's Mer de Noms: A Blissful Rock Collaboration 🎭 07:18 - Papa Roach's Infest: A Major Label Breakthrough 🏆 08:03 - OutKast's Stankonia: Hip-Hop Album That Redefined a Genre 🎧 10:06 - Eminem's Marshall Mathers LP: A Cultural Phenomenon 🔥 12:32 - Radiohead's Kid A: The Genre-Defying Masterpiece 🎵 13:39 - U2's All That You Can't Leave Behind: Timeless Return to Form 🌍 16:48 - Conclusion: 25 Years of Iconic Albums – Do They Still Hold Up? 🤔 #2000sMusic #MusicNostalgia #Throwback #ClassicAlbums #MusicHistory #RockMusic #HipHop #PopMusic #AltRock #NuMetal #MusicDiscussion #AlbumAnniversary #BestAlbums #TimelessMusic #AlbumsTurning25 #2000sHits #LegendaryAlbums #MusicThenAndNow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready for an epic fusion of music and fitness in this special 311 Day edition of The Allison Hagendorf Show! 🎶💪 I’m hanging with Nick Hexum—legendary frontman of 311—to talk about the 30th anniversary reissue of their iconic Blue Album, their upcoming Warped Tour headline spot, and the secret to 311’s longevity. Plus, Nick shares his fitness philosophy, daily workout routine, and how movement fuels his creativity. From reminiscing about MTV buzz clips to breaking down the power of positivity, this is a must-watch for 311 fans, fitness lovers, and rock enthusiasts alike! Hit that subscribe button and join the movement! 🔥 Watch More Interviews With Your Favorite Personalities: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl6dGiHr9hXCBsHHe9qR0PiTgxkpdjRyI ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf ✅ Shopify: https://allisonhagendorf.myshopify.com #311Day #NickHexum #311Music #311Band #WarpedTour #311BlueAlbum #311Fans #311Anniversary #90sMusic #2000sRock #AltRock #RockLegends #MTVGeneration #MusicNostalgia #FitnessMotivation #WorkoutMusic #RockAndFit #HealthAndWellness #StayPositive #MusicInterview #RockMusic #MusiciansLife #BehindTheScenes #AllisonHagendorf #MusicInterviews #RockAndFitness #MindsetAndMotivation #RockCulture 0:00 - Welcome to The Allison Hagendorf Show 0:20 - 311 Day Special with Nick Hexum 🎉 1:10 - Music and Fitness: The Ultimate Fusion 2:25 - Nick Hexum’s Workout Philosophy & Daily Routine 🏋️‍♂️ 4:50 - The 30th Anniversary of 311’s Blue Album 🎶 6:55 - The MTV Buzz Clip That Changed Everything 8:20 - 311’s Rise to Fame & Staying Power 10:40 - Balancing Fitness and Life on the Road 12:20 - The Power of Fitness in Creativity & Performance 💪 14:40 - Nick’s Favorite Exercises & Workout Demonstrations 16:50 - How Music & Wellness Intersect 🎵🧘‍♂️ 19:00 - Nick’s New EP Waxing Nostalgic 🌿 20:50 - The Return of Warped Tour & 311’s Headlining Spot 🔥 23:30 - Family, Fitness, and Finding Balance 25:20 - The Power of Positivity & Gratitude 🙏 27:15 - Final Thoughts & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices