Comeback band Goo Goo Dolls gains new, younger fans

August 2024 · 2 minute read

SUMMARY

The Goo Goo Dolls are on tour again playing favorites from the 25th anniversary of their album 'Dizzy Up the Girl’ around the country and debuting new work. Geoff Bennett caught up with the lead band members about innovating while preserving their classic sound. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

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  • Who are the Goo Goo Dolls?
  • When did the band record its first hits?
  • Why has the band become popular with younger listeners, according to this story?
  • What are some ways the band is trying to evolve as artists while preserving their identity as a band?
  • How is the band sharing its music with the public?

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