Artist description The Given's style of music is about as diverse as their crowd, blending rock, soul, funk, blues and folk, offering an incredibly listenable and danceable mix. The Given's sound draws upon the distinct musical backgrounds of the band's five members and the uncanny songwriting ability of Jayson Haws. His emotion and lyrical insight reflect a soul, wise and aged beyond his short twenty one years.

Music Style Acoustic Pop/Rock

Musical Influences The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix

Similar Artists Toad the Wet Sprocket, Dave Mathews, Matchbox 20

Artist History The Given's debut album Fragments was released in August 1998.

Group Members Jayson Haws, John Bateson, Benjamin Carter

Instruments Acoustic & electric guitars, bass, drums, strings, piano.

Albums Fragments

Location Los Angeles, CA - USA

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