The Urge

From sweaty club shows to uproarious festival dates, LESS THAN JAKE’S deeds are best measured in the smiles they’ve generated for life-long fans and new listeners alike.

Uncharted, the ska-punkers’ brand new 7 song EP released by longtime label Pure Noise Records, should help keep those smiles tattooed on the faces of their fans. The new material is stacked with loud guitars, booming bass, thunderous drums, those distinct vocal harmonies, and the one-two punch of the trombone and sax.

These seven tracks see the band conquering new musical territory, while holding true to the classic LESS THAN JAKE sound.

Indeed, LESS THAN JAKE —guitarist/vocalist  Chris DeMakes, bassist/vocalist Roger Lima, trombonist Buddy Schaub, saxophonist Peter “JR” Wasilewski and drummer Matt Yonker — may have been at this for over three decades, but with the energy and spirit of this new EP, you would never know it.

The recording sessions were helmed by Jason Livermore and legendary drummer/producer Bill Stevenson (Black Flag, Descendents, ALL).  Stevenson and crew harnessed LESS THAN JAKE’s urgency and helped capture their frenetic live energy on this eclectic collection of new material.

So, what’s next for Less Than Jake? One thing is for certain – their consistency.

While the tendency now is for legacy acts to announce farewell and reunion tours, LESS THAN JAKE have never even taken a summer off. 33 years performing and the band is more visible than ever. If you’re looking for a rocking good time, look no further: LESS THAN JAKE doesn’t just bring the party, they are the party!

This is the premier Beastie Boys tribute act hands down. Taking you through decades of their unforgettable hits, this seven piece live band replicates the authentic Beastie Boys experience with three MCs, a world class DJ, and visuals from their iconic video collection.

The crowds get to re-live carefree times and always sing along, word for word, in a party atmosphere. Fans of My Posse in Effect are dedicated and cross multiple state lines just to see them perform and with good reason.

“It’s safe to say that My Posse in Effect forgoes the clone treatment found in other cover bands to deliver a hard-hitting set that’s backed by the rip of live instruments. DJ Mahf helps weave drums, guitars and a stage full of voices into a pitch-perfect presentation that does for the Beastie Boys what El Monstero does for Pink Floyd.” – Riverfront Times

“Most exciting, though, is a performance by My Posse in Effect, a St. Louis-based Beastie Boys tribute act. The sad fact is that you’re never going to get a chance to see the actual Beastie Boys again — at least not with longtime leader MCA, who passed away due to cancer in 2012. A tribute act is the best you are going to get, and this is one that can more than ably do the job.” – Riverfront Times