The Jack Knives are an American rock band from Orange County, California, formed in 2018. The band consists of British singer/songwriter Si Short (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Faris "Dragon" Muhtaseb (lead guitar, backing vocals), Bryan "Brooce" Lee (bass guitar, backing vocals), and Drew Baker (drums, percussion).
Rooted in the punk rock sound, The Jack Knives write sincere, honest, and passionate songs about love, life, death, and romance. The band has stated its influences are wide and varied, and this can be heard in the music. Songs like “New York City” give lyrical nods to artists like The Beastie Boys, The Pogues, and Bob Dylan. Other songs give proud props to bands like The Gaslight Anthem and Social Distortion.
