What is "hoobastank"

Hoobastank (often stylized as h∞bastank) is an American rock band, formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California with lead singer Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassist Markku Lappalainen. They were signed to Island Records from 2001 to 2012 and have released five albums and one extended play to date. Their sixth studio album, Fight or Flight, was released on September 11, 2012. They have sold 10 million albums worldwide. The band is best known for their singles " Crawling in the Dark", " Running Away", and " The Reason".

Hoobastank (typecast as H∞bastank) is the first major studio release by American rock band Hoobastank. The album proved to be the band's breakthrough album. It was released on November 20, 2001 by Island Records. Three singles were released, " Crawling in the Dark", " Running Away", and " Remember Me". It has since been certified Platinum in the United States.