Poorman’s 15 Minutes of Fame: Jesse Hughes (Eagles of Death Metal)

Written By Chelsea Shells
“You know, I got married and had a kid and wanted to be a square and it’s just, you know, the gods of rock decided one day to just give me a mustache and the incredible propensity for dancing. And, you know, here I am. Thank the gods. Thank the gods.”
— Jesse Hughes (Eagles of Death Metal), Poorman's 15 Minutes of Fame interview
Tune in as Poorman interviews Jesse Hughes, American singer and musician, best known as the frontman of the rock band Eagles of Death Metal, with whom he has recorded four studio albums and a live album.
 

Air date: 04/30/2025

Tune in as Poorman interviews Jesse Hughes, American singer and musician, best known as the frontman and guitarist of rock band Eagles of Death Metal, with whom he has recorded four studio albums and a live album. Hughes is also known for his solo career under the moniker Boots Electric.

On November 13, 2015, Le Bataclan theatre in Paris was attacked by terrorists while Eagles of Death Metal were performing. The band escaped via the backstage area, but their merchandise manager Nick Alexander was killed. The attacks killed 90 fans at the theatre.

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