Tobin Sprout | th

Out of control high energy thrash hardcore punk from Japan. .

Possibly more well known for his contribution as a band member of indie rock icons Guided by Voices (GbV), Tobin Sprout's solo career has garnered him critical praise for his songwriting skills and musicianship. A self taught musician from an early age, he played with and was a major collaborator to the Dayton, OH rockers, employing a 4-track and home studio skills, contributing to the unique lo-fi sound of GbV. During the late 80s and early 90s, Sprout appeared prominently on GbV's Bee Thousand, Alien Lanes, and Under the Bushes, Under the Stars, before going solo in 1996 with his...

Prefab Sprout are an English pop band from Witton Gilbert, County Durham formed in 1976, who rose to fame during the 1980s. Though critically acclaimed, and considered by many to have released some of the best pop albums of the decade, the band never matched this acclaim with commercial success. The band's best known lineup comprised Paddy McAloon (vocals, guitar, keyboard), Wendy Smith (vocals, guitar, keyboard), Martin McAloon (bass), and Neil Conti (drums). Their biggest commercial and critical success came with 1990's Jordan: The Comeback (one of two albums produced by Thomas Dolby), which was a hit in the UK...

There is one active "Sprout" band and two that have broken up. 1.) Jamband/Funk/Rock from Saginaw, MI (1998 - Present) Over 11 years ago Sprout™ took root on the jamband scene and they have been growing ever since. Sprout is one of the longest playing MI jambands and they have the developed sound to show for it. With their large songbook of over 50 originals Sprout is a force to be reckoned with. Sprout is currently recording their next album and is booking another national tour for 2012. 2.) Punk/Ska band from Syosset, Long Island,NY. (1997-2003) Formed in 1997 and...