Less Than Jake

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Less Than Jake is a ska punk band formed in 1992 in Gainesville, USA. Their current line-up consists of Chris DeMakes (vocals, guitar), Roger Lima (vocals, bass), Matt Yonker (drums), Buddy Schaub (trombone) and Peter "JR" Wasilewski (saxophone).

The band's name derives from a bird Vinnie had while growing up, which was treated better than the rest of the family. It's also a reference to the phrase "everything is jake," which is an old phrase meaning everything is cool.

Genres

Ska Punk Punk Rock Ska Christian Hardcore Skate Punk

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Less Than Jake members

Current members: Chris DeMakes (guitar, original), Buddy Schaub (trombone), Peter “JR” Wasilewski (saxophone), Matt "Drastic" Yonker (drums (drum set)), Roger Lima (bass guitar)

Former members: Vinnie Fiorello (drums (drum set), original), Derron Nuhfer (saxophone), Jessica Mills (saxophone), Peter Anna (trombone), Lars Nylander (trombone), Shaun Grief (bass guitar)