Hoobastank

Skewering the notion that following a formula equals mainstream success, L.A. rockers Hoobastank made a multi-platinum impact on American music by steadfastly refusing to stick to a single style. The band blends punk power, metal mayhem, and post-grunge growl with perfect pop melodies — sometimes all in a single song. The group's first hit, "Crawling in the Dark," tosses punchy, pop-punk choruses up against some Police-like riffs, with irresistible results. The metallic guitar blast of "Out of Control" is punctuated by an undeniable undercurrent of ska, nodding to Hoobastank's early skanking days, while "Inside of You" drops some funky riffs and rhythms under singer Doug Robb's raw-throated roar for a sort of R&B/grunge summit meeting. It's enough to give your stereo schizophrenia, so try to keep steady as you soak up the must-have Hoobastank moments we've amassed for you right here.