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Da Yoopers is a travelling comedy show and musical group from Ishpeming, Michigan, United States. They are known primarily for their humorous songs and skits, most of which center around life in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The band's name includes the term "Yooper", a popular slang for residents of Michigan's Upper Peninsula; the use of "da" instead of "the" is a reflection of the Yooper dialect. Between 1986 and the present, Da Yoopers have released thirteen studio albums, all on their personal label, You Guys Records. The band's lineup currently comprises Jim Bellmore (lead guitar, vocals), Richard Bunce (bass guitar, vocals), Lynn Coffey (keyboards, vocals), Jim DeCaire (drums, percussion, vocals), Reggie Lusardi (bass guitar, vocals), and Bobby Symons (drums). All of the band members, along with several additional stage actors, also perform comedy skits that correspond with the songs. Da Yoopers was founded in 1975 by drummer Jim DeCaire and guitarist Joe Potila, along with... full article at wikipedia
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Created by mwcl_musicbrainz Dec 10, 2006
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