Muzz (band)

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Muzz
Origin New York City, U.S.
Genres
Years active2015–present
Labels
Members
Website muzztheband.com

Muzz is an American band based in New York City. The band consists of Paul Banks, Matt Barrick, and Josh Kaufman.

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Background

Paul Banks, Matt Barrick, and Josh Kaufman had all been friends that had been involved in the New York City post-punk revival scene of the early 2000s. [1] The three began playing together in early 2015 which lead to the first demos of Muzz. In 2020, the band began recording studio material in anticipation of their self-titled debut album. [2] [3] This album was released on June 5, 2020. [4]

Discography

Studio albums

TitleDetailsPeak chart positions
US
Sales

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BEL
(FL)

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BEL
(WA)

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SCO
[8]
UK
Sales

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UK
Indie

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Extended plays

Singles

Band members

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