Gin Blossoms and Toad The Wet Sprocket

Formed in Goleta, CA (1986), alt-rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket—Glen Phillips, Todd Nichols & Dean Dinning—known for introspective lyrics, melodic guitars & vocal harmonies.

Gin Blossoms, formed in 1987 in Tempe, Arizona, rose to fame with '90s hits like "Hey Jealousy" and "Found Out About You." Known for their jangle-pop style, they achieved multi-platinum success with "New Miserable Experience" and faced challenges with internal strife and the tragic suicide of guitarist Doug Hopkins. After splitting in 1997, they reunited in 2001 and continued to release albums and tour, keeping their '90s alt-rock legacy alive.