Young the Giant is an American rock band that formed in Irvine, California, in 2004. The band's line-up consists of Sameer Gadhia, Jacob Tilley, Eric Cannata, Payam Doostzadeh, and Francois Comtois. Formerly known as The Jakes, Young the Giant was signed by Roadrunner Records in 2009, and they released their eponymous debut album in 2010. The band's first three singles, "My Body", "Cough Syrup", and "Apartment", all charted on the US Alternative Songs chart.
| Also known as | The Jakes (formerly) |
| Origin | Irvine, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, indie rock, indie pop |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | Elektra, Fueled by Ramen, Roadrunner |
| Associated acts | American Pets (Previously Travelers) |
| Members | Sameer Gadhia, Jacob Tilley, Eric Cannata, Payam Doostzadeh, Francois Comtois |
| Past members | Ehson Hashemian, Jason Burger, Sean Fischer |
Over Young the Giant
Rock group formerly known as The Jakes. Their debut singles "My Body," "Cough Syrup," and "Apartment" peaked in the Top 5 of the US Alternative songs chart.
Prestaties van Young the Giant
The group's song "Cough Syrup" was sung by Darren Criss on Glee. Their second album Mind over Matter hit number 7 on the US album charts.
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Laatste informatie over Young the Giant bijgewerkt op 28 Juli 2021.
