
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
About
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah are a band that burst onto the music scene with a unique blend of leftfield pop and melodic indie rock, quickly earning a reputation for innovation and originality. Formed around the enigmatic singer-songwriter Alec Ounsworth, the band’s self-titled debut album became one of the most influential independent releases of the 2000s, celebrated for its exuberant sound, buzzing synths, trebly guitars, bustling drums and Ounsworth’s distinctive vocals.
Known for their fun-loving and quirky approach, they combined a wide range of influences into a sound entirely their own. Tracks such as The Skin Of My Yellow Country Teeth and Upon This Tidal Wave Of Young Blood remain highlights, showcasing the band’s uplifting, celebratory spirit. With a career spanning over two decades, Alec Ounsworth continues to release music independently, maintaining the originality and energy that has defined the band from the very beginning.