American rock band from Buffalo, New York, formed in the mid-late 1980s. Core members include John Rzeznik (vocals, guitar) and Robby Takac (vocals, bass); Mike Malinin is noted as the band's drummer in later lineups in the provided reviews. The group began with punk influences and evolved into a melodic pop-rock act known for hits such as "Iris" and "Slide."

Formed in the late 1980s in Buffalo; started as a punk band and shifted toward melodic pop-rock. Dizzy Up the Girl is cited in the reviews as having sold 6 million copies worldwide. Key members named in reviews: John Rzeznik and Robby Takac. Live In Buffalo (July 4, 2004) documents a hometown concert.

Reviews trace the band's arc from late-'80s punk roots to mainstream melodic pop-rock. Dizzy Up the Girl and A Boy Named Goo are highlighted as pivotal releases. Reviewers praise melodic songwriting (Iris, Slide) while noting a commercial turn and occasional weaker Takac-sung tracks. Gutterflower and Let Love In receive positive notes for maturity and emotion.

For:Fans of 90s alternative and pop-rock, listeners interested in bands that moved from punk roots to mainstream melodic rock.

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