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United States Jeremy Popoff is a multi-platinum songwriter, guitarist, and co-founder of the band Lit, known for hit singles like "My Own Worst Enemy" and "Miserable."
Round Hill Music acquired the publishing catalog of Lit, including memorable late '90s hits like “My Own Worst Enemy.” This partnership demonstrates the continued value and legacy of Lit's musical catalog.
Jeremy Popoff participated in a 'Day in the Life' feature with SPIN magazine, providing insights into his daily routine and the band's activities, including the release of their album "Tastes Like Gold."
Jeremy Popoff was featured in an article discussing Lit's new album "Tastes Like Gold," his guitar playing style, influences, and gear. This feature highlights his technical aspects and contributions to the music industry.
Jeremy Popoff has actively promoted Lit's music, including the official music video for "My Own Worst Enemy," on YouTube, utilizing the platform for broader audience reach and engagement with their content.
Jeremy Popoff uses Instagram to connect with fans, sharing updates about his life and music. His profile describes him as a Multi-Platinum Songwriter, Co-Founder and Guitar Player of @litbandofficial, and an Entrepreneur.
Jeremy Popoff was featured on the 'Try That In A Small Town' podcast hosted by iHeartRadio, where he shared insights into Lit's rock stardom, musical resilience, and the highs and lows of his career.
Jeremy Popoff, born into a musical family with a musician grandfather and a father in radio, began playing instruments at a young age. By seven, he was learning songs on his grandfather’s Hammond organ and soon developed a strong preference for playing by ear over reading music. A pivotal moment in his early life was attending a UFO concert with Iron Maiden as the opening act, an experience that solidified his ambition to pursue a career in music. This early exposure to live music profoundly influenced his desire to perform and laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
In 1988, Jeremy co-founded the band Lit alongside his brother, Ajay Popoff, and bassist Kevin Baldes. The band, originally known as Razzle and later Stain, evolved its sound over the years from pop metal to a harder, heavier style. Lit signed with RCA Records in 1998 and achieved significant mainstream success with their second album, “A Place in the Sun,” released in 1999. The album featured the highly successful single “My Own Worst Enemy,” which topped the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart for 11 weeks and earned a Billboard Music Award. This period marked a critical turning point for the band, establishing their presence in the alternative rock scene and leading to extensive touring, including appearances at Woodstock 1999 and collaborations on various film and TV soundtracks.
Over more than three decades, Jeremy Popoff has maintained his role as a guitarist and songwriter for Lit, contributing to seven studio albums. Following the platinum success of “A Place in the Sun,” the band released “Atomic” in 2001, which included the top 10 single “Lipstick and Bruises.” After a period that included the loss of drummer Allen Shellenberger in 2009, Lit continued to evolve, releasing “The View from the Bottom” in 2012 and exploring a country-influenced sound with “These Are the Days” in 2017. Their most recent album, “Tastes Like Gold,” released in 2022, saw a return to their rock roots and continues to showcase Popoff’s commitment to creating engaging, melodic music. He is also recognized for his contributions as a multi-platinum songwriter and an entrepreneur.
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