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2hollis and Dad Discuss Music, Nepotism's Influence

1/10/2026

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2hollis, a young artist blending hyperpop, hip-hop, and electro, released his debut album Star last year.
He is the son of music publicist Kathryn Frazier and John Herndon, drummer for the band Tortoise.
In a joint interview on The New York Times's Popcast, 2hollis and John Herndon discussed their musical journeys and the nuances of nepotism.
The conversation highlighted the reciprocal influence between them as artists.

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Story summary

2hollis, a young artist blending hyperpop, hip-hop, and electro, released his debut album Star last year.
He is the son of music publicist Kathryn Frazier and John Herndon, drummer for the band Tortoise.
In a joint interview on The New York Times's Popcast, 2hollis and John Herndon discussed their musical journeys and the nuances of nepotism.
The conversation highlighted the reciprocal influence between them as artists.