The Verve Pipe and Nine Days

Formed in 1992 in Lansing, Michigan, post-grunge band the Verve Pipe is best known for the hit “The Freshmen.” Their RCA debut Villains went platinum. They later released Underneath (prod. Adam Schlesinger) and live album Villains Live (2017).

Nine Days, an American rock band from Long Island, New York, formed in 1994. They are acclaimed for their alternative and pop rock sound, and widely known for their hit song "Absolutely (Story of a Girl)," which reached number six on the Billboard Hot 100. Their album "The Madding Crowd" achieved gold certification. Their music features melodic guitar lines and engaging vocal harmonies.