This original Behind the Music from 2002 tells the story of Hootie and the Blowfish, an upbeat, straight-ahead rock band that exploded onto the alt-rock charts in 1994 with one of the most successful debuts in music history. Offering America a reprieve from the somber whinings of grunge, Hootie was formed by four South Carolina college buddies who set out with a simple plan: to make music and have fun. Unwittingly, the band spawned their own populous movement as their first mainstream album, Cracked Rear View sold a staggering 16 million copies and launched Hootie to the top of the charts with three top 10 hits. But the band fought for every bit of their good fortune, battling blatant racism and sacrificing love and personal happiness as they built their fan base throughout the South. After a decade of non-stop touring, Hootie finally won the fame and glory they were searching for. Updated Content.