No Doubt

USA, 1986–now

California band formed in Anaheim in 1986, fronted by Gwen Stefani. Rooted in 2 Tone ska and new wave, their breakthrough Tragic Kingdom (1995) — 'Just a Girl', 'Don't Speak' — carried ska-pop into the 1990s mainstream.

MusicRoots documents 2 artists who influenced No Doubt and 0 artists No Doubt influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced No Doubt?

• The Specials — No Doubt's ska-pop drew directly on The Specials — the band cite them as an inspirational touchstone of the 2 Tone sound.
• The Police — No Doubt's ska- and reggae-tinged new wave descends from the white-reggae new wave the Police pioneered.