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The Replacements

Musical Group
Forfans of punk and alternative rock, curious newcomers to the minneapolis scene, and readers chasing heartfelt, hook-heavy guitar music.
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The Profile

The Replacements are an American rock band formed in Minneapolis in 1979 by Paul Westerberg, Bob Stinson, Tommy Stinson, and Chris Mars. Evolving from punk roots into melodic alternative rock, they released influential albums including Let It Be (1984), Tim (1985), and Pleased to Meet Me (1987). They disbanded in 1991 and reunited from 2012 to 2015.

Early releases came via Twin/Tone before signing to Sire Records; their cult influence spans U.S. indie and college rock. Founding guitarist Bob Stinson died in 1995.

Seven reviews chart the Replacements’ arc from scrappy Minneapolis punk to influential college rock. Writers highlight Westerberg’s melodic grit, Bob Stinson’s edge, and albums like Let It Be, Tim, and Pleased to Meet Me. Themes of teenage angst, resignation, and raw catharsis recur. Overall, a warmly enthusiastic portrait of a band that favored feeling over finesse.

Notable Quotes

❝ I ain't got no idols/ I ain't got much taste/ I'm shiftless when I'm idle/ And I got time to waste
❝ Stayin' out late tonight
Won't be gettin' any sleep
Givin' out their word
Cuz that's all that they won't keep
❝ Bring your own lampshade, somewhere there's a party/Here it's never endin', can't remember when it started
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