San Francisco, CA

Gratitude included Jonah Matranga of Far and Onelinedrawing and ex-Crumb guitarist Mark Weinberg, rounded out by bassist Bob Lindsey, guitarist Jeremy Tappero, and drummer Dave Jarnstrom. In March 2005 the San Francisco-based band issued its self-titled Atlantic debut, a lively set that looked to Weezer and Jimmy Eat World for influence. ~ Johnny Loftus