Question: What band was formed more recently, The Mekons or Hoobastank?
Sentence (from "Hoobastank"): Hoobastank (often stylized as h∞bastank) is an American rock band, formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California with lead singer Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassist Markku Lappalainen.
Relevant evidence: Yes