Goo Goo Dolls
by Lane KlozierMarch 2003
Way back in 1985, a Buffalo, NY band called The Sex Maggots was busy evolving into what would eventually become The Goo Goo Dolls. After ten years of moderate success in the indie market, TGGD honed their Replacements meets REM sound into every major label’s dream. It seems that, while many critics sell them short when it comes to depth and impact, TGGD, since their 95 release of “ A Boy Named Goo” and its’ hit single Name, keep churning out albums that contain at least one or two power ballads that are for some reason, irresistible. Currently the boys are touring in support of their latest CD, “ Gutterflower,” which has been hailed by many as their best yet. In a recent interview, the bass player/vocalist Robby Takac.
LK: Good morning.
RT: Hey man, where ya callin’ from?
LK: Milwaukee, WI
RT: Milwaukee? Hey man we really love Milwaukee.... Summerfest, The Safe House...all of that!
