The Worst Band In The Universe is a science fiction children's book written and illustrated by Graeme Base published in 1999 by Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

[1] The story follows the adventures of a young groob, named Sprocc, who loves to play with his splingtwanger (a guitar-like instrument).

However, after winning the competition, Sprocc learns that the contest is a sham run by the same imperial authorities stifling music creativity.

After returning to Blipp, the music exiles perform a grand show but are eventually stopped by the imperial authorities.

However, the elder leader of Blipp comes out and explains that the old ways are no longer viable, that Sprocc and his friends represent the new generation of music creativity, and that they should be embraced and supported.