Papa Vegas

Origin: Grand Rapids, Michigan. Sound: Alternative rock, post-grunge, with influences from heavier rock and synth-pop (like Depeche Mode). Key Members: Joel Ferguson (vocals, guitar) and Pete Dunning (guitar). Notable Release: Hello Vertigo (1999). Major Hit: "Bombshell," a Top 20 Modern Rock track. Legacy: A band that got close to stardom but was affected by the fickle music industry, known for their catchy, radio-ready sound