The Replacements were an influential American rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota, formed in 1979 and active through the 1980s and early 1990s. Known for their energetic live performances and emotionally raw songwriting, the band featured Paul Westerberg's distinctive vocals and helped define the sound of alternative and punk rock during their era. Though they disbanded in 1991, The Replacements have maintained a significant cult following and reunited for occasional performances, cementing their legacy as pioneers of indie rock.