The Boomtown Rats are an Irish rock band originally formed in Dublin in 1975, that had a series of Irish and United Kingdom hits between 1977 and 1985. The group is led by vocalist Bob Geldof.
Last Updated: June 9, 2021
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The Boomtown Rats are an Irish rock band originally formed in Dublin in 1975, that had a series of Irish and United Kingdom hits between 1977 and 1985. The group is led by vocalist Bob Geldof.
Last Updated: June 9, 2021
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The Boomtown Rats | |
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The Boomtown Rats at Knott's Berry Farm in 1981 | |
Background information | |
Origin | Dublin, Ireland |
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Years active | 1975–1986, 2013–present |
Labels | Mulligan, Ensign, Mercury |
Associated acts | Band Aid, Live Aid, Live 8 |
Website | www |
Members | Bob Geldof Pete Briquette Simon Crowe Garry Roberts |
Past members | Johnnie Fingers Gerry Cott |
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