Yeah Yeah Yeahs

The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, also known as YYY, were formed in Brooklyn in 2001 after they met in college (Oberlin and NYU). They are known for their raw sound and lyrics. The lead singer, Karen O, has been compared to Chrissie Hynde and PJ Harvey.

Lyrically, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs can be intense ("As a fuck, son, you suck"). Occasionally words are left behind and Karen O will belt out growls and roars. However, the YYYs are not limited to naked ferocity. In fact, their lyrics are often both subtle and enigmatic ("Gold lion's going to tell us where the light is").

Discography

EPs

• 2001 Yeah Yeah Yeahs
• 2002 Machine
• 2006 Let Me Know/Gold Lion Remixes

Albums

• 2003 Fever To Tell
• 2006 Show Your Bones
• 2009 It's Blitz!

Singles

• 2001 Bang
• 2002 Machine
• 2003 Date With The Night
• 2003 Pin
• 2003 Maps
• 2004 Y Control
• 2006 Gold Lion

Members

• Brian Chase, Drummer
• Karen O, Lead Singer
• Nick Zinner, Guitarist

External Links

• Yeah Yeah Yeahs official website