Love as Laughter
| Company type | Indie rock band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Founder | Sam Jayne |
| Defunct | 2020 |
| Headquarters | Olympia , United States |
Key people | Sam Jayne, Ivan Berko, Zeke Howard, Andy Macleod, Robbie Lee |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
Love as Laughter was a notable American indie rock ensemble originating from Olympia, Washington. The group came into existence in 1994, spearheaded by vocalist and guitarist Sam Jayne following the dissolution of his former band, Lync. In 2008, they joined forces with Isaac Brock's record label, Glacial Pace, under which they released the album Holy. At that period, the band's roster consisted of Jayne, bassist Ivan Berko, drummer Zeke Howard, guitarist Andy Macleod, and keyboardist Robbie Lee. Tragically, Jayne passed away on December 15, 2020, at the age of 46.
Sam Jayne's Death
Approximately one week after being reported missing, Sam Jayne was found unresponsive inside his vehicle by New York City law enforcement officers and was declared deceased at the scene. The NYPD reported no indications of foul play. According to his family, the cause of death was linked to undiagnosed cardiac complications; he passed away quietly the evening before embarking on a scheduled cross-country journey to visit friends for the holiday season.
Studio albums
- The Greks Bring Gifts (1996)
- #1 USA (1997)
- Destination 2000 (1999)
- Sea to Shining Sea (2001)
- Laughter's Fifth (2005)
- Holy (2008)
EPs
- Trademark of Quality (2007)
- Holy E.P. (2008)
- Holiday Party Pack (2012)
- Greks II: Slight Return (2013)
Singles
- Love As Laughter / Ringfinger - Love As Laughter and Ringfinger (1995)
- Do You Experience Alien Boredom? (1995)
- Love As Laughter / The Seductive - Tour Split (1996)
- I'm A Bee (1996)
- Planet Of Children (1996)
- Fever (1996)
- Nude 'Hos (1998)
- My Case (2000)
- Looks Like This City's Broken (2000)
- Temptation Island (2001)
- Timers (2010)
- Lazy Soldier B/W Oasis (2015)
- Monique b/w the One Around for Years (2016)
- Wolves (2016)
- UK Joint (2020)
Other releases and appearances
- 180° South: Conquerors of the Useless Soundtrack (2010)
Sam Jayne solo
- The "Natural" Sessions
- The Super Natural Sessions