The Hoovers

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Originally from London, The Hoovers (led by singer Paul Whiting and guitarist Bill Sell) are a California rock band of mostly English descent, with overtones of British ska, folk music, reggae and punk. Their critically acclaimed debut album "Skin and Blisters" received rave reviews throughout the U.S. and has become something of a collector's item among hardcore fans of 2tone and ska.

The Hoovers have toured extensively, providing band support for such legends as Madness, The Police, Squeeze, Eric Burdon, Level 42, Mott the Hoople, Bronski Beat, Big Pig, Chris Isaak and Men Without Hats. They continue to stay busy writing songs and performing around the Bay Area