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Barenaked Ladies are a renowned Canadian alternative rock band celebrated for their witty lyrics, energetic live performances, catchy melodies, and signature vocal harmonies.Formed in 1988 in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada, by high school friends Ed Robertson (guitar, vocals) and Steven Page (guitar, vocals).Achieved massive commercial success in Canada throughout the 1990s, particularly with the album 'Gordon' (1992).Broke through internationally with the hit singles 'One Week' (1998) and 'Pinch Me' (2000) from the album 'Stunt'.Known for their humorous stage banter, improvisational skills, and dedicated fanbase.Co-wrote and performed the theme song for the hit TV show 'The Big Bang Theory'.

• The band's name originated spontaneously during a Bob Dylan concert when founding members Ed Robertson and Steven Page were joking about band names, riffing on the idea of a 'naked ladies' show they had seen advertised. They decided adding 'Barenaked' made it sound more innocent and Canadian.
• In 1991, the City of Toronto banned the band from performing at a municipal event due to their name being deemed 'sexist' and 'offensive,' generating significant publicity and ironically boosting their profile.
• Co-founder and lead singer Steven Page departed from the band in 2009 to pursue a solo career, marking a significant lineup change after over 20 years. The band continued successfully as a four-piece with Ed Robertson taking on primary lead vocal duties.
• Their song 'One Week' (from the album 'Stunt') unexpectedly became a massive #1 hit single in the US in 1998, fueled by its rapid-fire lyrics and catchy tune, becoming their signature international hit.
• Known for their incredible live energy and improvisation, they hold the record for the fastest-selling concert in the history of Madison Square Garden (sold out in under 4 minutes in 1998).