Within a year of becoming sober, relocating from Los Angeles to Ohio, and inheriting a small home studio setup, husband-and-wife Jon and Nikki Stipp created Hooked Like Helen and became sought after by music supervisors for E!, MTV, Netflix and more.

In tandem with their success in sync, Hooked Like Helen has developed a reputation as an awe-inspiring live act. In 2023, the band was picked up by TKO Booking. They have completed two national tours with Icon For Hire and No Resolve/Halocene, opened for established acts Jewel, Taylor Hicks, and Blood Sweat & Tears, and performed as direct support for PVRIS at Sandusky Pride.

Hooked Like Helen’s sound embodies a unique vein of alternative music; dark lyrical themes of childhood trauma and substance abuse are crafted into relatable sing-along anthems of hope and resilience. Their recent single “Sleepwalker” – a song for those struggling with addiction – is a fan favorite and has been featured on Loudwire Nights and spun on 37 commercial rock stations.

The band’s songs oscillate between intimate piano/vocal arrangements and intense Rock and Roll. Vulnerable and fierce.