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Goo Goo Dolls

"Iris" was one of the biggest songs of the 1990s. 4 Grammy nominations. Rzeznik and Takac both Buffalo natives.
Upstate Connection

Formed in Buffalo in 1986 by John Rzeznik and Robby Takac, both Buffalo natives.

Sqwerve performing at Lark Hall

Key Achievements

4 Grammy nominations
"Iris"
"Name"
"Slide"
15M+ albums sold
Formed in Buffalo 1986
National Impact

Quick Facts

CategoryArtists & Bands
Upstate ConnectionBuffalo
Active1986-present
GenrePop, Rock