Toad the Wet Sprocket

Toad the Wet Sprocket is an American alternative rock band from California. They formed in 1986, while they were in high school. Their name comes from a monologue (one person doing all the talking) performed by Eric Idle, called "Rock Notes" on the 1980 album, Monty Python's Contractual Obligation Album.

Toad the Wet Sprocket
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Background information
OriginSanta Barbara, California, USA
GenresAlternative rock
Years active1986-1998, 2002
2006-present
LabelsColumbia Records
WebsiteToadTheWetSprocket.com
MembersGlen Phillips
Todd Nichols
Dean Dinning
Randy Guss


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