Jay and the Americans, started by four teenage boys in Sandy Yaguda’s Brooklyn basement fifty years ago, is one of the lasting success stories in Rock ‘n Roll history. Few bandshave ever reached the musical heights of JAY AND THE AMERICANS. From 1962 to 1971, thisgroup charted an amazing twelve Top Ten records. With three original band members, founding member Sandy Yaguda (aka Deanne); original member Howie Kirschenbaum (aka Kane); and original member Marty Kupersmith (aka Sanders), plus the addition of Jay Reincke, the third andlikely the best “Jay” yet, they have recreated the authentic sound of their greatest hits.

In 2002, Jay and the Americans were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame,placing them among the greatest vocal groups in Rock ‘n Roll history.