The Stooges

+The Stooges were an American [rock band](/wiki/rock_band) formed in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 1967. Fronted by [Iggy Pop](/wiki/iggy_pop), their raw, abrasive sound and primal energy were foundational to the emergence of [punk rock](/wiki/punk_rock), leaving an indelible mark on music.

+## See also

+- [Garage Rock](/wiki/garage_rock)

+- [Proto-punk](/wiki/proto-punk)

+- [Noise Rock](/wiki/noise_rock)