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Ween is an American alternative rock band renowned for their extreme stylistic diversity, irreverent humor, and devoted cult following.Formed in 1984 in New Hope, Pennsylvania, by childhood friends Aaron Freeman (Gene Ween) and Mickey Melchiondo (Dean Ween).Initially a duo creating lo-fi recordings on a Tascam 4-track, they expanded to a full band for touring and later albums.Released critically acclaimed albums like 'Chocolate and Cheese', 'The Mollusk', and 'White Pepper' on independent labels (Twin/Tone, Elektra, Sanctuary).Known for constant stylistic shifts, blending genres like rock, funk, country, psychedelia, prog, and pop, often with satirical or absurd lyrics.The band went on hiatus in 2012 due to Freeman's substance abuse issues and subsequent sobriety, but reunited for sporadic touring starting in 2015.

• The band name 'Ween' is a portmanteau of 'wuss' and 'penis', reflecting their early juvenile humor.
• The personas 'Gene Ween' (Freeman) and 'Dean Ween' (Melchiondo) were created during their high school years.
• Their 1997 album 'The Mollusk' is credited by the creators of 'SpongeBob SquarePants' as a significant influence on the show's nautical theme and surreal humor; the song 'Ocean Man' was used in the movie's credits.
• The 2012 breakup was abrupt and stemmed directly from Freeman's struggles with addiction and his public declaration that Ween was finished upon entering rehab. Their reunion was gradual and initially met with surprise by fans.
• Despite their humorous and often absurd lyrics, they are highly regarded musicianship and complex songwriting.