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Garbage is an influential alternative rock band led by Scottish singer Shirley Manson, known for blending electronic, rock, and pop elements into a distinctive sound; their hit single "Stupid Girl" helped cement their status in the 1990s. With critically acclaimed albums like Version 2.0 and Beautiful Garbage, the band continues to inspire fans worldwide.
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Garbage formed in Madison, Wisconsin in 1993, bringing together producer Butch Vig, Duke Erikson, Steve Marker, and singer Shirley Manson.
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Q:Name a major hit single by Garbage.
A:'Stupid Girl' is one of Garbage's major hit singles.
'Stupid Girl' reached top charts in multiple countries in 1996, showcasing gritty beats, catchy hooks, and Shirley Manson's vocal delivery, becoming a definitive 1990s alt-rock anthem.
Q:How is Garbage's music genre usually classified?
A:Often classified as alternative rock with electronic and trip-hop influences.
Garbage blends alt-rock guitars, electronic textures, and pop melodies. Critics cite influences from industrial, trip-hop, and shoegaze, producing a hybrid 1990s sound.
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