Young the Giant is an American indie rock band that formed in Irvine, California, in 2004.
The band was originally called the Jakes, which was was an acronym of the original members first names
( Jacob, Addam,
Kevin , Ehson , and Sameer)
-Wikipedia
Also known as:
The Jakes
From:
Irvine, California, U.S.
Genres:
Alternative rock, indie rock
Years active:
2004-present
Associated acts:
The Jakes
Members:
Sameer Gadhia -
lead vocals, percussion, keyboards, occasional acoustic guitar (since 2004)
Jacob Tilley -
guitar (since 2004)
Eric Cannata -
guitar, vocals, occasional keyboards (since 2007)
Payam Doostzadeh -
bass guitar (since 2008)
François Comtois -
drums, percussion, vocals (since 2007)
Past Members:
Ehson Hashemian - keyboards, piano, synthesizers (2004-2009)
Jason Burger - drums (2007)
Sean Fischer - drums (2004-2007)
Tour Dates: