Weezer is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1992. Since 2001, the band has consisted of Rivers Cuomo, Patrick Wilson, Brian Bell, and Scott Shriner. After signing to Geffen Records in 1993, Weezer released their self-titled debut album, also known as the Blue Album, in May 1994. Backed by music videos for the singles "Buddy Holly", "Undone – The Sweater Song", and "Say It Ain't So", the Blue Album became a multiplatinum success. Weezer's second album, Pinkerton, featuring a darker, more abrasive sound, was a commercial failure and initially received mixed reviews, but achieved cult status and critical acclaim years later. Both the Blue Album and Pinkerton are now frequently cited among the best albums of the 1990s. Following the tour for Pinkerton, bassist Matt Sharp left the band and Weezer went on hiatus. In 2001, Weezer returned with the Green Album, with new bassist Mikey Welsh.
| Origin | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, power pop, pop rock, pop punk, geek rock, emo |
| Years active | 1992–1998, 2000–present |
| Labels | DGC, Jive, Geffen, Interscope, Epitaph, Republic, Atlantic |
| Associated acts | Avant Garde, The Rentals, Shriners, Homie, The Special Goodness, Calpurnia, Scott & Rivers |
| Members | Rivers Cuomo, Patrick Wilson, Brian Bell, Scott Shriner |
| Past members | Matt Sharp, Jason Cropper, Mikey Welsh |
About Weezer
Signed by Geffen records in 1993, the band's 1994 self titled debut went multi-platinum with hits like "Buddy Holly" and "Say it Ain't So." The band went on a five year hiatus from 1996 to 2001.
Achievement of Weezer
Their first gig was closing for Keanu Reeves' band Dogstar in 1992.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Weezer
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