The 8G Band
| Company type | House band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Founder | Fred Armisen |
| Defunct | 2024 |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
Key people | Fred Armisen (bandleader), Seth Jabour, Syd Butler, Eli Janney, Kimberly Thompson, Marnie Stern |
| Products | Live music performances on Late Night with Seth Meyers |
The 8G Band functioned as the house band for Late Night with Seth Meyers spanning from 2014 until 2024. Under the leadership of Fred Armisen, the ensemble derived its name from the studio location where the program was recorded.
Origins
Approximately two weeks prior to the show's test episode, Armisen assembled the 8G Band by reaching out to friends Seth Jabour, Syd Butler, and Eli Janney. Drummer Kimberly Thompson became part of the group following a successful audition. Both Jabour and Butler are members of the Brooklyn-based rock group Les Savy Fav, with Butler additionally serving as the proprietor of Frenchkiss Records. Guitarist Marnie Stern contributed to the band from 2014 through 2022.
Layoffs in 2024
Due to financial reductions, the band was dismissed at the conclusion of the 2023–2024 season. Although Late Night will keep utilizing and refreshing previously recorded 8G Band tracks for opening and closing sequences, live performances will cease to be a standard element. Their final live set took place on August 22, featuring a rendition of Hüsker Dü's "Makes No Sense at All" performed alongside original member Bob Mould.
2024 Lineup
- Fred Armisen (bandleader, rhythm guitar, drums)
- Seth Jabour (lead guitar)
- Syd Butler (bass)
- Eli Janney (keyboards)
Former Members
- Kimberly Thompson (drums)
- Kristina Schiano (drums)
- Marnie Stern (lead/rhythm guitar)