Long before he was sharing stages with legends and being publicly embraced by Ozzy Osbourne, Yungblud was carving out a lane that felt equal parts punk revival and modern pop provocation. Blending glam theatrics, raw confessionals, and unapologetic activism, he has built a fiercely loyal fanbase that spans continents. His music channels chaos, vulnerability, and rebellion in equal measure, making him one of the most talked-about young artists in contemporary rock. Here are ten quick facts that reveal how he became one of the genre’s most electrifying new faces.
Real Name and Birthplace
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His full name is Dominic Richard Harrison. He was born on August 5, 1997, and hails from Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England.
Music is in His Blood
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He’s not the first musician in his family. His grandfather, Rick Harrison, was a professional musician who played with the 1970s glam rock band T. Rex.
He Was a Child Actor
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Before launching his music career, Dominic acted. He appeared in the long-running British soap opera Emmerdale and the Disney Channel musical series The Lodge.
He Has ADHD
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Dominic was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at a young age. He often speaks about how his energetic nature was misunderstood as a child and how his music serves as an outlet for that high energy.
He’s Sexually Fluid and Pansexual
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Yungblud has openly described himself as sexually fluid and later as pansexual and polyamorous, using his platform to promote acceptance and break down gender and sexuality norms.
His Biggest Musical Influence is Unexpected
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While his sound is punk- and alt-rock, he has cited bands like The Beatles and Bob Dylan as major influences, alongside more expected acts like Arctic Monkeys, Eminem, and The Clash.
Chart Success
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His second studio album, Weird! (2020), and his third album, Yungblud (2022), both went straight to Number One on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying his mainstream success.
How He Met Ozzy
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Yungblud and Ozzy Osbourne’s mutual admiration turned into a friendship on the set of Yungblud’s 2022 music video for his song “The Funeral,” which featured cameos from Ozzy and his wife, Sharon Osbourne. Their quick bond on set led to Ozzy publicly calling him the one keeping the rock ‘n’ roll flag flying.
Early Career Dropout
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Yungblud was accepted into the Arts Educational Schools, London, but he quit in 2015. He later stated that he felt its “painting by numbers” approach restricted his creativity, as he already had a clear vision of the rock star he wanted to become.
His Fanbase is “The Black Hearts Club”
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Yungblud does not refer to his followers as “fans.” He calls them “The Black Hearts Club” (BHC), emphasizing that they are a family and a community—a safe space for “misfits” and those who feel misunderstood.
