Sublime releasing first album in 30 years, with former lead singer's son at the helm

About this episode

The episode discusses the release of Sublime's first album in 30 years, featuring the lead singer's son, Jakob Nowell.

Thirty years ago, Brad Nowell, the lead singer of '90s ska band Sublime, died of an overdose. His son Jakob was an infant. He's now Sublime's lead singer, releasing the band's first album since 1996.

People in this episode

Guest: Jakob Nowell

Topics covered

• music
• Sublime
• family legacy
• album release
• ska band
• 90s music

Keywords

• Sublime
• Jakob Nowell
• Brad Nowell
• album release
• ska band
• 90s music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sublime

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