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Green Day

Origin
California, United States
Genre
Punk
Formed
1986
Green Day

Green Day is an American rock band formed in the East Bay of California in 1987 by lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong and bassist and backing vocalist Mike Dirnt. For much of the band's career, they have been a trio with drummer Tré Cool, who replaced John Kiffmeyer in 1990 before the recording of the band's second studio album, Kerplunk. Touring guitarist Jason White became a full-time member in 2012, but returned to his role as a touring member in 2016. Green Day was originally part of the late-'80s/early-'90s punk scene at the DIY 924 Gilman Street club in Berkeley, California. The band's early releases were with the independent record label Lookout!

Also known as Sweet Children (1987–1989)
Origin East Bay, California, U.S.
Genres Punk rock, pop punk, alternative rock
Years active 1987–present
Labels Reprise, Warner, Lookout!
Associated acts Pinhead Gunpowder, The Network, Foxboro Hot Tubs, The Coverups
Members Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, Tré Cool
Past members Sean Hughes, Raj Punjabi, John Kiffmeyer, Jason White

About Green Day

Band that started off in the DIY 924 Gilman Street punk scene. They have won 5 Grammy awards including Best Album and Best Record, and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015.

Achievement of Green Day

The musical American Idiot written by lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong debuted in 2009.

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Latest information about Green Day updated on July 28 2021.