Elefant (band)
| Company type | Indie rock band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Defunct | 2010 |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
| Products | Music albums, EPs, singles |
Elefant was a New York City-based indie rock ensemble active during the 2000s, known for releasing two studio albums.
Band members
- Diego Garcia – lead vocals
- James Ascuitto aka Mod – guitarist
- Jeff Berrall – bassist
- Keven McAdams – drummer
Background
Diego Garcia, born in the late 1970s in Detroit to Argentine parents, drew early inspiration from musicians such as Iggy Pop and MC5. After moving to Tampa, Florida, he began composing songs at age 14. While pursuing an economics degree at Brown University, Garcia shifted his attention toward music during his junior year. Upon graduating in 2000, he relocated to New York City, briefly played with the band Circus, and then established Elefant in 2001 alongside Jeff Berrall, Mod, and Kevin McAdams.
Career
Elefant rose within New York’s indie rock movement alongside groups like Interpol. They secured a deal with Kemado Records in 2002 and launched their debut EP Gallery Girl in February 2003. Their first full album, Sunlight Makes Me Paranoid (April 2003), included the track "Misfit" as a single.
Following the initial success, Elefant signed with Hollywood Records, which reissued Sunlight Makes Me Paranoid in October 2004. Their sophomore album, The Black Magic Show (April 2006), created with a more substantial budget, showcased a stylistic evolution incorporating dance beats alongside heavier guitar elements.
Breakup
After completing The Black Magic Show, Elefant entered a hiatus and formally dissolved in June 2010 without providing a public statement. Subsequent to the breakup, Diego Garcia embarked on a solo career; Jeff Berrall became a member of Caveman, while Mod concentrated on performing and producing projects including Ape Fight.
Discography
- Gallery Girl (EP) (2003)
- Sunlight Makes Me Paranoid (LP) (2003)
- Now That I Miss Her (7") (2004)
- Misfit (7") (2004)
- The Black Magic Show (LP) (2006)
- Lolita (7") (2006)