Meat Puppets is an American rock band from Phoenix, Arizona, formed in 1980 by brothers Curt and Cris Kirkwood, known for blending punk rock with country and psychedelic influences. The band achieved mainstream recognition through their 1994 MTV Unplugged performance and continue to be influential in alternative and indie rock circles. With a career spanning over four decades, Meat Puppets remain a cult favorite for their innovative sound and energetic live performances.
