Photo Gallery
Step into the visual history of Jay and the Americans! From their early days as trailblazers in the music scene to the unforgettable moments shared on stage with some of the most iconic names in music, this gallery captures it all. Explore decades of performances, behind-the-scenes memories, and legendary collaborations that showcase the band's enduring legacy and connection to music history.
Happy Together Tour 2025 featuring Jay and the Americans
Live from Red Bank, NJ—Jay and the Americans lighting up the stage.
JATA performing over 50 tour dates across theaters nationwide - Summer 2025
JATA – Happy Together 2025
December 29, 2024: Jay and the Americans closing the year with an unforgettable performance and vibrant new looks.
An early glimpse of greatness: A young Walter Becker and Donald Fagen, before they became the legendary Steely Dan, auditioning that day at the Jay and the Americans Productions office. Who knew history was in the making?
Throwback to the roots: The original Jay and the Americans rehearsing in the basement, Circa 1960. The start of an unforgettable journey!
February 11, 1964: The Beatles perform their first U.S. concert at the Washington Coliseum, joined by Jay and the Americans, The Righteous Brothers, and Tommy Roe—an incredible lineup on a historic night in music!
Full circle moment: The Americans with Darren Dowler, then the lead singer of Paul Revere and the Raiders, meeting for the first time. Little did they know that their paths would cross again and Darren would later join the group and become part of their legendary lineup!
A special moment capturing both JAYS in one frame: Jay Black, former lead singer, with Jay Reincke, current lead singer carrying the torch.
Action figures sold separately (amazing vocals included)
Merle and Peter Noone of Herman's Hermits
Jay and the Americans on the Happy Together Tour — Summer 2025
Two icons, one timeless friendship — Sandy & Little Anthony
Six iconic groups. One stage. So Happy Together.
The final bow of the grand finale, Happy Together
Darren and Jay at The Smith Center, Las Vegas
Darren with Sean Moran of The Vogues enjoying Fremont Street in Las Vegas
Sandy and Little Anthony — friends for over 64 years and still going strong!
The most fun you can have on one stage!
Backstage vibes with Dale Herr, music director for Little Anthony.
Four voices, one iconic sound.
Rockin’ and foldin’!
Sandy and Lenie—geared up and ready to rock.
Jay greeting the crowd at Westbury
Sandy and Darren in perfect harmony at Westbury
Backstage magic with Little Anthony and Gary Puckett
Smiles all around with The Vogues backstage!
Backstage magic with Little Anthony and Gary Puckett
He sings and sleep-drives — is there anything Troy of The Vogues can’t do? (Either way, we made it to the next gig!)
On the road to Atlantic City — stopping at Royal Farms for their world famous chicken!
Jay and Gary Puckett — keeping the hits alive
Darren with the legendary Gary Puckett
On tour with Ron Dante — hitmaker of The Archies and The Turtles
JATA's newest American Lenie with Little Anthony
Sharing a moment with Little Anthony before the show
The Americans hanging with The Vogues
Backstage with Ron Dante — show night vibes
Hanging with Little Anthony during the show
A moment with pop royalty — Jay and Darren with Ron Dante of The Archies & The Turtles
Stars, stripes, and rock ’n’ roll — Darren repping Jay and the Americans in style
Jay and the Americans had an incredible week performing on the Flower Power Cruise April 2025, sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in music from the era of classic hits. They kept the momentum going with a fantastic run of shows in The Villages and Largo, Florida, connecting with enthusiastic fans and creating memorable moments along the way!
Bags packed, instruments in hand—next stop, the fair!
Jay and the Americans with fellow artists from the Happy Together tour.
JATA live
Jay and Darren catching up with Phil 'Fang' Volk, original bassist of Paul Revere and the Raiders, at the Smith Center in Vegas
Darren with Chris Montez
Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, NY
Jay and the Americans with Chris Montez
Performing at Tioga Downs
Live on stage — Happy Together Tour 2025
Jay, Darren & Susan Cowsill
With Susan Cowsill of The Cowsills
The Americans with Bob Cowsill
Darren’s guitar says it all — red, white, blue, and pure American rock!
Hanging with Sean Moran of The Vogues
Jay and the Americans with Felix of The Rascals
Smiles all around: Gary Lewis, lead singer of Gary Lewis & The Playboys, alongside Jay and Sandy
The band at the Aquarius Theatre with an all-star lineup.
Dressed to impress and ready to perform—Jay and the Americans are bringing the heat in red!
Paul Shaffer, Marty Sanders, Jimmy Webb, and Billy Joel—four music greats in one snapshot!
Jay and the Americans lighting up the stage in St. Charles, IL—timeless hits and unmatched harmonies!
The crowd was singing along as The Americans brought the house down in their signature style at the Arcada Theatre.
A powerhouse meeting of voices: Larry Chance and The Americans, dressed and ready for the stage!
Jay and the Americans Rock the Ridgefield Stage! The band thrilled a sold-out, standing-room-only crowd at the Ridgefield Playhouse, Connecticut, with timeless hits, electrifying harmonies, and signature showmanship!
The Americans with Charlie Thomas of The Drifters
A piece of music history! This ticket stub is from Murray the K's Big Holiday Show, featuring an unforgettable lineup: Jay and the Americans, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and more. A legendary night filled with iconic performances that defined an era.
Road Manager Shelly Weiss, Sammy Davis Jr., Howie Kane, Richard Perry, Gary Katz, and Kenny Vance, gathered together in this classic photo!
The group with the one and only Sammy Davis Jr. A rare moment with one of the most iconic performers in history!
An early chapter: Jay Black and Marty Sanders performing as The Two Chaps preceding Jay and the Americans
Marty Sanders and Joan Jett
Jay and the American appearing on the Red Skelton Show on October 18, 1966.
Lights, camera, action! Jay and the Americans with the iconic comedian himself, Red Skelton. A perfect blend of music and comedy!
Jay and the Americans on the set of The Red Skelton Show
Sandy Deane and Howie Kane with Darlene Love
The band backstage with Smokey Robinson
Talent overload in one shot: Left to right – Kenny Vance, Howie Kane, NFL legend Joe Namath, producer Richard Perry, Gary Katz, and Ed Choran. An incredible lineup both on and off the stage!
Behind the hits: Wes Farrell, one of the composers of Come A Little Bit Closer, alongside Howie Kane.
A historic moment! Jay and the Americans performing 'This Magic Moment' with Charlie Thomas and his Drifters. This collaboration is extra special—Charlie had never performed the song live before. The Drifters were a huge inspiration to the Americans, and they were honored to celebrate Charlie’s legacy during his birthday week.
Keener's Holiday Show of Stars featuring Jay and the Americans, The Beach Boys, Jan and Dean, and the Shangri-las.
Hanging out backstage with Dennis Tufano and the legendary Bernard Purdy
Leslie Gore smiles for the camera while Howie catches some much-needed rest!
The All-star musical lineup at the Summer Festival of Stars at the Allentown Fairgrounds.
Jay Siegel of The Tokens and The Americans. A classic moment celebrating friendship and harmony between two iconic groups.
Good vibes and great music: The Turtles (Flo & Eddie) with Kenny and Howie of Jay and the Americans.
Two greats together: The Americans with Gary Puckett
Play ball! Gary Setzer and Sandy Deanne hit the field with their softball team.
A night to remember at the Arcada Theatre! Jay and the Americans dazzling the crowd in their sharp new red jackets.
Sandy just realized Dennis Tufano (lead singer of The Buckinghams)'s secret weapon isn’t his voice—it’s his charm!
The Americans with Peter Noone
The band with Gary Pucket...and one Union Gap!
A throwback to the golden era of rock 'n' roll—Jerry Lee Lewis, Bill Haley & the Comets, and Jay and the Americans all on one stage!
Sandy with Bill Medley of The Righteous Brothers
Chris Montez with the Americans, and Lonnie with Merle
Flashback to the '70s: Sandy Deanne revving up on a Kawasaki motorcycle during a Penthouse Magazine centerfold shoot. Suede jackets, vintage vibes, and rock 'n' roll attitude—classic Jay and the Americans style!
Howie and Sandy with Joan Jett and her manager and producer, Kenny Laguna
Darren arriving in Albany, NY to join The Americans for a big night of music and memories!
Marty warming up at sound check
Bassist Lenie Colachino joins the Americans at Proctors Theatre