Yuck (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2009 in London, England |
| Founder | Daniel Blumberg, Max Bloom |
| Defunct | 2021 |
| Headquarters | London , England |
| Products | Music albums, singles, EPs |
| Website | www |
Yuck was a London-based British rock group established in 2009 by vocalists and guitarists Daniel Blumberg and Max Bloom following their exit from Cajun Dance Party. They were joined by bassist Mariko Doi and drummer Jonny Rogoff.
Their debut album, titled Yuck, was launched in the UK on 21 February 2011 under the Fat Possum label. After Blumberg left the band in 2013, Bloom took over lead vocal duties starting with their second album.
Music critics often likened Yuck’s style to bands such as Dinosaur Jr., The Smashing Pumpkins, Pavement, My Bloody Valentine, and Sonic Youth.
History
In 2008, Blumberg and Bloom parted ways with Cajun Dance Party and went on to form Yuck the following year in London. The group recorded their first album during the summer of 2010 at Bloom's family home. They supported tours alongside bands like Modest Mouse, Tame Impala, and Unknown Mortal Orchestra.
On 12 April 2012, Yuck uploaded the standalone track "Chew" to SoundCloud. Later that year, in October, their song “Get Away” was included on the soundtrack for Forza Horizon.
By April 2013, the band announced they were working on their sophomore album and confirmed Blumberg’s departure to pursue a solo path. On 18 July 2013, they offered "Rebirth" as a complimentary download. Their second album, Glow & Behold, was released on 30 September 2013, featuring new guitarist Ed Hayes as part of the lineup.
In September 2013, Yuck shared a live rendition of New Order's "Age of Consent," which served as the B-side to their "Middle Sea" single.
During a January 2014 performance in Portland, Oregon, Yuck revealed plans for the Southern Skies EP, which was subsequently released in April that year.
The band returned with "Hold Me Closer" on 8 July 2015, marking their first single since Southern Skies. This was followed by "Hearts in Motion" on 12 January 2016, ahead of their third studio album, Stranger Things, which came out on 26 February 2016.
On 15 February 2021, Yuck announced via Facebook that they would discontinue touring and cease creating new music together.
Studio albums
- Yuck (2011)
- Glow & Behold (2013)
- Stranger Things (2016)
EPs
- Southern Skies (2014)
Singles
| Year | Single | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | "Rubber" (vinyl only) | Yuck |
| "Georgia" (vinyl only) | ||
| 2011 | "Holing Out" | |
| "Get Away" | ||
| "The Wall" | ||
| "Shook Down"/"Milkshake" | ||
| 2012 | "Chew" | Template:N/A |
| 2013 | "Rebirth" | Glow & Behold |
| "Middle Sea" | ||
| "Lose My Breath" | ||
| 2014 | "Southern Skies" | Southern Skies |
| 2015 | "Hold Me Closer" | Stranger Things |
| 2016 | "Hearts in Motion" | |
| "Cannonball" |
Members
- Final lineup
- Max Bloom – lead guitar, vocals (2009–2021)
- Mariko Doi – bass, vocals (2009–2021)
- Jonny Rogoff – drums (2009–2021)
- Ed Hayes – rhythm guitar (2013–2021)
- Former members
- Daniel Blumberg – vocals, rhythm guitar (2009–2013)
- Ilana Blumberg – vocals (2009–2013)