Win Tickets To The Goo Goo Dolls
The Goo Goo Dolls are coming to Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre on August 26Th!
Listen all week with Sean O’Connell for your chance to win a pair of tickets to the show!
The Goo Goo Dolls are an American rock band formed in 1986 in Buffalo, New York. Initially, the band started as a punk-influenced group but evolved into a more mainstream alternative rock sound over the years. The core members of the band are Johnny Rzeznik (lead vocals, guitar) and Robby Takac (bass, vocals).
The band gained significant fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s, largely due to the success of their hit singles “Iris” and “Slide,” both from the album Dizzy Up the Girl (1998). “Iris,” in particular, became a defining track for the band, topping charts and remaining a staple of pop culture. The band’s style blends elements of rock, pop, and post-grunge, and they are known for their emotionally charged lyrics and melodic hooks.
Over the years, the Goo Goo Dolls have released multiple albums, such as Superstar Car Wash (1993), A Boy Named Goo (1995), and Gutterflower (2002). They have maintained a loyal fan base and have continued to tour and release new material, with their more recent work exploring a mix of rock, pop, and country influences.
The band has been nominated for several Grammy Awards and has had multiple songs featured in film soundtracks and TV shows. Despite lineup changes over the years, Rzeznik and Takac have remained the constant driving force behind the band’s success. The Goo Goo Dolls are recognized for their enduring impact on the rock scene, particularly for their emotional ballads and memorable melodies.