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Jun 4 2023

Entertainment-focus.com: Interview: Goo Goo Dolls’ Robby Takac talks UK tour and the band’s musical evolution

 

By Neil Markides https://publish.entertainment-focus.com/2023/06/04/interview-goo-goo-dolls-robby-takac-talks-uk-tour-and-the-bands-musical-evolution/

Punk cover band turned iconic rock group Goo Goo Dolls are set to come over to the UK as part of a nine date tour starting 13th June.

With massive hits such as ‘Iris’, ‘Name’ and…

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May 25 2023

89 FM The Radio Rock - Interview with John Rzeznik

John Rzeznik talked to 89 FM The Radio Rock about the Goo Goo Dolls' upcoming show in Brazil at the Best of Blues and Rock Festival. 

https://youtu.be/YGmaOIwqrvA

May 25 2023

UK Music Reviews - Interview with Robby Takac

By Kevin Cooper

Robby Takac is an American rock bassist and vocalist and is one of the co-founding members of the Goo Goo Dolls.

He began his musical career as a member of the rock band Monarch, prior to joining…

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May 19 2023

Rolling Stone: Goo Goo Dolls and O.A.R. Prep for Tour With Tom Petty ‘I Won’t Back Down’ Cover The bands will perform the record together during their upcoming the Big Night Out Tour

 

By Larisha Paul, May 19, 2023 https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/goo-goo-dolls-and-oar-cover-tom-pettys-i-wont-back-down-1234738480/
The bands will perform the record together during their upcoming the Big Night Out Tour

Tom Petty’s 1989 classic “I Won’t Back Down” will become a staple on the setlist of the…

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May 18 2023

Hotel Americana - Interview with Johnny Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls

Hotel Americana - Interview with Johnny Rzeznik of the Goo Goo DollsWill Hawkins sits down with Johnny and discusses his career, songwriting approach, his first time producing an album and the upcoming 2023 summer tour with O.A.R and their

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May 17 2023

Hi Fi Way - Matchbox Twenty Australian Tour With Goo Goo Dolls Announced

TEG Van Egmond is thrilled to announce Matchbox Twenty will make their long-awaited return to Australian and New Zealand stages for an extensive 12-stop tour in 2024. The tour is in support their new album Where The Light Goes, due…

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May 17 2023

Music Grotto - 25 Best Songs About February

By Florence Howard

February is the month of love, with Valentine’s Day on the 14th, but it’s also a very cold month for many parts of the country. Musicians have talked about February for decades in their tracks, and we’re…

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May 17 2023

KOST 103.5 - Goo Goo Dolls John Rzeznik's Heartfelt Encounter With Ellen K

By@SocialQueenDarlene

John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls is eagerly looking forward to embarking on their upcoming "Big Night Out" tour. With a deep understanding of the profound connection between artist and audience, Rzeznik strives to deliver exceptional performances that…

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May 17 2023

Hello Music Theory - 31 Of The Best Rock Songs Of All Time

By Dan Farrant

Rock music has been a cultural force for over a half-century. It has produced countless iconic songs that continue to captivate listeners of all ages.

From the opera-rock-inspired riffs of Queen to the stadium-shaking anthems of The…

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May 3 2023

American Songwriter - The Oft-Misinterpreted Meaning Behind the Goo Goo Dolls’ “Slide” Speaks Volumes Today

By Alli Patton

The meaning behind the Goo Goo Doll’s hit “Slide” is misunderstood, too often disguised by the song’s dazzling alt-rock arrangement. Paired with its ambiguous lyrics, the tune regularly gets chalked up to a loved-up lullaby. And it…

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Apr 22 2023

WTNH - Goo Goo Dolls’ Johnny Rzeznik performs for Hartford Hospital patients ahead of Black & Red

By Jenn Brink

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Nearly 2 million people will be diagnosed with cancer this year, but there is more hope than ever.

News 8 proudly brought you Hartford HealthCare’s biggest fundraiser, the Black & Red, Saturday…

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Apr 1 2023

Louder Sound: The story of Iris by the Goo Goo Dolls: "It was like a gift – like: ‘Oh, thanks God!'"

The story of Iris by the Goo Goo Dolls: "It was like a gift – like: ‘Oh, thanks God!'"

  By Henry Yates    

Johnny Rzeznik’s life wasn’t working out the way he’d planned it. The band he fronted – the …

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Mar 29 2023

Goo Goo Dolls to Play Brazil!

The Goo Goo Dolls are headed to Brazil! San Paulo get ready! Sunday June 4, 2023 the band will be at the Best of Blues and Rock! 

https://www.bestofbluesandrock.com.br/en?fbclid=IwAR3ti2mGb3K5EMj667JsR_-7rIDeoHywfLd7wJI-U-t0wfC0-k11yxaIaq4

Mar 11 2023

New Blog Entry by Robby for InRock Magazine

Hey hey In Rockers and welcome to this months’ installment of Robby’s Lobby, my first actually written in this new year 2023 and it’s been a crazy month for us here in snowy Buffalo, NY! We began with a Christmas…

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Feb 18 2023

Behind The Setlist Podcast - John Rzeznik

John Rzeznik is a co-founder of the rock band Goo Goo Dolls. He produced much of the band's 2022 album, Chaos in Bloom (Warner Bros). Rzeznik is best known as the voice behind a few big hits from the '90s:…

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Feb 17 2023

"Save Me From Myself" (Remix) - Lyric Video

The Goo Goo Dolls released a brand new remix of “Save Me From Myself”. Check it out at the link below.

https://youtu.be/uoxJA-9Q_Ao

 

Feb 15 2023

How Long Gone Podcast - Ep. 456 feat. Goo Goo Dolls

Goo Goo Dolls are an American rock band with a massive catalog of hits through the years. We spoke with their singer John Rzeznik from his home in New Jersey. We chat about tea drinking, Eric Andre's life partner reveal,…

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Feb 13 2023

Rolling Stone - Goo Goo Dolls Expand ‘Big Night Out’ Tour With Fitz and the Tantrums

Originally announced in December with 32 scheduled dates, the tour set to begin in July will now accommodate 13 additional dates By Larisha Paul

Goo Goo Dolls are keeping the party going all summer long on their expansive Big Night…

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Feb 10 2023

New Blog Entry by Robby for InRock Magazine

Hey hey in rockers and welcome to a brand new year here in the lobby ! I've lost count of how many years we've been getting together here in the pages of the mighty InRock, but I'm always so thankful…

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Feb 9 2023

Orlando Sentinel - Goo Goo Dolls stay on the go, set for Universal Mardi Gras gig

By Dewayne Bevil

Goo Goo Dolls keep on going. And they’re coming to Orlando again, this time as part of Universal’s Mardi Gras celebration. The group, which sports hits such as “Iris,” “Slide” and “Name,” will be on stage…

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Jan 21 2023

Universal: Mardi Gras concerts include Patti LaBelle, Goo Goo Dolls, Sean Paul, JVKE

By Dewayne Bevil 

Orlando Sentinel 

Jan 17, 2023 at 2:21 pm 

 

Universal's Mardi Gras celebration will run from Feb. 4 through April 16. 

Universal Orlando has announced eight concerts in conjunction with its Mardi Gras celebration at Universal Studios theme…

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Jan 12 2023

New Blog Entry by Robby for InRock Magazine

http://www.inrock.co.jp/inrock/new/robby.html

 

Hey Hey, my fellow In Rockers and thanks for stopping by for our monthly meet up here in the pages of The Mighty In Rock! I’m back here in Buffalo, NY as I’ve just finished up nearly 70 shows…

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Jan 2 2023

iHeart Radio - John Rzeznik Of The Goo Goo Dolls Talks About The Meaning Behind Their New Album 'Chaos in Bloom'

iHeart Radio caught up with John before his acoustic show - https://youtu.be/25cgxv_Zf4E

Dec 21 2022

New Blog Entry by Robby for InRock Magazine

Hey Hey In Rockers and Welcome to the The Lobby, a monthly chance for us to catch up over the years in the pages of the mighty In Rock since, well, I’ve kind of lost track of how long we’ve…

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