oobastank (sometimes stylized as h∞bastank, and originally known as Hoobustank) is an American rock band formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California, by lead vocalist Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassist Markku Lappalainen.
They were signed to Island Records from 2001 to 2012 and have released six albums and one extended play to date. Their most recent album, Push Pull, was released in May 2018. They have sold 10 million albums worldwide.
Also Known As: Hoobustank (1994-2001)
Members:
Doug Robb - lead vocals, rhythm guitar (1994-present)
Dan Estrin - lead guitar, backing vocals (1994-present)
Chris Hesse - drums, backing vocals (1994-present)
Jesse Charland - bass, keyboards, backing vocals (2009-present)
Former members:
Jeremy Wasser - saxophone (1995-2000, one-off performance in 2013)
Derek Kwan - saxophone (1997-1999)
Markku Lappalainen - bass (1994-2005)
Matt McKenzie - bass (2005)
Josh Moreau - bass, backing vocals (2006-2008)
David Amezcua - bass, backing vocals (2008-2009, 202
From: Agoura Hills, California, U.S.
Genre(s):
Alternative rock,
nu metal,
post-grunge,
funk metal,
ska punk
Active From: 1994-present
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