About
Jay and the Americans were a pop music group popular in the 1960s. Their initial lineup consisted of David Blatt, who became known as the group's lead signer, Jay Black. Howard Kane (né Kirschenbaum), John (J.T.) Traynor, Kenny Vance (né Rosenberg), and Sandy Yaguda. They were discovered while performing in student venues at New York University in the late 1950s. They auditioned for Leiber and Stoller, who gave the group its name. In the manner of the time Read more on Last.fm
Genres
- bubblegum pop
- classic garage rock
- doo-wop
- merseybeat
- rock-and-roll
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the biggest hit for Jay and the Americans?
- The biggest hit for Jay and the Americans was "Come a Little Bit Closer,"
- What happened to the lead singer of Jay and the Americans?
- The original lead singer of Jay and the Americans, Jay Traynor, left the group in 1962 after recording their first hit, "She Cried."
- How many lead singers did Jay and the Americans have?
- Jay and the Americans had three lead singers throughout their history. The group initially featured Jay Traynor as the original lead vocalist, who sang on their early hit "She Cried."
- Who were Jay and the Americans?
- Jay and the Americans were a popular American rock and pop group formed in the early 1960s in Queens, New York. Known for their rich vocal harmonies and dramatic pop arrangements, the band became one of the defining acts of the 1960s music scene. The group originally consisted of Howard Kane (Howard Kirschenbaum), Kenny Vance (Kenneth Rosenberg), Sandy Deanne (Sandy Yaguda), and lead singer Jay Traynor. After Traynor's departure, David Blatt (better known as Jay Black) took over as lead vocalist, guiding the band through its most successful years. Jay and the Americans are best remembered for their string of Top 40 hits, including "Come a Little Bit Closer,"
- Why did Jay Traynor leave the Americans?
- Jay Traynor left Jay and the Americans in 1962 primarily due to creative differences and struggles with the direction of the band. Traynor was the original "Jay"