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Doug Hopkins' Tragedy
- Doug Hopkins wrote "Hey Jealousy" then struggled with addiction and was kicked out of Gin Blossoms.
- He died by suicide shortly after the song became a hit, highlighting the song's darkness.
Jangle's Multitudes
- "Jangle" in music can convey sweetness, sadness, and anger.
- Doug Hopkins, guitarist of Gin Blossoms, embodied this complexity with struggles and talent.
Gin Blossoms and Long Wong's
- Gin Blossoms were the house band at Long Wong's, a Tempe hot wings joint.
- Rob Harvilla jokes about adding chili to their hot dog, making it the "Dragon Wong".