“I got into alternative rock in the early 80s, bands like Husker Du and The Replacements. Bob Mould's playing was a huge influence. It was very heavy with a lot of open tunings, which was great because I played in trios, so I used open tunings to get a fuller sound.”

American musician, singer, songwriter, and producer, born 1965

John Joseph Theodore Rzeznik is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and producer. Born in 1965, he is best known as the founder, guitarist, and frontman of the rock band Goo Goo Dolls. With the Goo Goo Dolls, he helped shape a long career in mainstream rock and recorded several major hits, including "Iris," "Slide," and "Name." His work is closely associated with melodic rock songwriting and the sound that brought the band wide recognition.