Episode 34: Cory White of Shocore, Men Without Hats & the Spirit of the 80s and 90's

This week on the Common-X Podcast, we’re joined by musician and manager Cory White from the band Shocore. Cory takes us back to the wild ride of the 90s music scene, reflecting on his time with Shocore and his evolution into band manager for the legendary Men Without Hats. We dive into stories from the road, the cultural shift from the 80s to the 90s, and what it takes to survive in the ever-changing music industry. Plus, we're thrilled to debut a clip from the upcoming Men Without Hats single, "I Love the 80s" — a nostalgic anthem for Gen X and beyond.Cory White,Shocore,Men Without Hats,I Love the 80s,new Men Without Hats song,90s music scene,80s nostalgia,Gen X podcast,Common-X Podcast,band manager stories,music history,Canadian bands,new wave music,retro music comeback,Men Without Hats interview,Shocore music,behind the music,Common Sense podcast,nostalgic music moments,Gen X cultureThe CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.