Jennifer Layton
Issue date: 4/28/11 Section: News

Haven Activities Council (H.A.C.) presented the Goo Goo Dolls and their opening act, Ducky and the Vintage on Sunday in the Thomas Fieldhouse. Although many students had not heard of Ducky and the Vintage before, they were pleasantly surprised by the alternative rock stylings from this Harrisburg-based group. After a short break in between sessions for setting up the main act, the Goo Goo Dolls came out to a roaring mass of people. Playing their hits, old and new, the band kept the crowd entertained. Even before the show started, anticipation was high, with excited students lining up hours before the doors opened.

Some students were able to meet with the Goo Goo Dolls by providing canned goods. Those who had the most cans were given the opportunity to get their pictures taken with members of the band. Students were excited to hear older songs such as "Slide" and "Broadway," but were also excited when the lead singer announced songs from their newest album.

"I really enjoyed it because I grew up on their music. I was excited when I heard they were coming here," said Travis Kolovich, junior at LHU.