Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix on teen pop, toxic masculinity and 25 years of 'Infest'
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Jacoby Shaddix, frontman of Papa Roach, reflects on the band's journey since their hit 'Last Resort' in 2000. At 48, he prioritizes a disciplined lifestyle, contrasting with their past excess. The song's resurgence among Gen Z on platforms like TikTok has maintained the band's relevance, boasting 13 million monthly Spotify listeners, outpacing iconic bands like Soundgarden and Alice in Chains. As they prepare to release new music, Shaddix reflects on past success while contemplating his life and career trajectory at this stage.
On show days, I drink hot water to keep my voice lubed. I'm very disciplined with my lifestyle - borderline monk status at this point.
Twenty-five years after 'Infest,' Papa Roach's audience has endured on the road and on social media thanks to Gen Z's discovery of 'Last Resort.'
Papa Roach counts 13 million monthly listeners on Spotify, more than Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, or Smashing Pumpkins.
Shaddix reflected on 'Infest' and where he envisioned himself at 48 years old when he was just 23.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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