Goo Goo Dolls
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Goo Goo Dolls is an alternative rock band formed in 1985 in Buffalo, New York, USA by guitarist/vocalist John Rzeznik and bassist/vocalist Robby Takac initially under the name the Sex Maggots (the new name was chosen from an ad in True Detective magazine at the behest of a local club owner). They are renowned for the hit "Iris", featured on the soundtrack to the 1998 film City of Angels. Currently, the band consists of John Rzeznik (guitar, vocals) and Robby Takac (vocals, bass).
Influenced by: The Replacements, Hüsker Dü, R.E.M., The Cure
- Active:
- 1985-present
- Scene:
- Buffalo/Northeast alternative
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