Catch Wheatus Of “Teenage Dirtbag” Fame On Tour This Fall
Their iconic early 2000s hit "Teenage Dirtbag" has gone viral multiple times in recent years. Here's a little background on the song, why it was re-recorded it in recent years, and where you can catch Wheatus on tour this fall (in select cities).
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Wheatus was formed in 1995 by frontman/vocalist Brendan B. Brown out of New York City. The original lineup consisted of brother Peter on drums, Rich Liegey on bass, and Philip Jimenez on percussion, keyboards, harmonica, and special effects. The band name was inspired by a nickname given to the Brown brothers by their father when they were young.
The band's debut album was released in August of 2000 and their lead single was their biggest hit. "Teenage Dirtbag" had success in the U.S. and was even bigger overseas in ...
