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The Cranberries were an iconic Irish alternative rock band formed in Limerick in 1989, achieving global fame in the 1990s with their distinctive sound led by Dolores O'Riordan's powerful vocals. Formed as The Cranberry Saw Us in 1989 by brothers Noel Hogan (guitar) and Mike Hogan (bass), with Fergal Lawler (drums). Original singer Niall Quinn left, replaced by Dolores O'Riordan in 1990. Signed to Island Records, achieved massive international success with debut album 'Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?' (1993) and follow-up 'No Need to Argue' (1994), featuring hits like 'Linger' and 'Zombie'. Released five more studio albums. Went on hiatus 2003-2009. Reunited and toured until Dolores O'Riordan's death in 2018. Released final album 'In the End' (2019) posthumously.

• Dolores O'Riordan's unique, powerful voice with its distinctive yodel-like quality became the band's defining characteristic and a major factor in their international success.
• The band faced significant controversy and even death threats in the UK due to the politically charged lyrics of 'Zombie', which addressed the IRA bombing in Warrington, England.
• Dolores O'Riordan struggled publicly with mental health issues, including bipolar disorder and anorexia, leading to several high-profile incidents and canceled tours during the band's career.
• Dolores O'Riordan died suddenly on January 15, 2018, at age 46, in London. The coroner's report ruled the cause as accidental drowning due to alcohol intoxication.
• Following Dolores's death, the remaining members decided to complete demos she had recorded before her passing, resulting in the final album 'In the End' (2019), and subsequently announced the band's end.
• After Dolores's death, a legal dispute arose between her estate and the band members over the use of the Cranberries name and recordings for tribute projects.