X Ambassadors is an American rock band hailing from Ithaca, New York. group consists of four members; Sam Harris (lead
vocalist), Casey Harris (keyboardist), Adam Levin (drummer) and Noah Feldshuh (guitarist). While their sound is largely
rooted in alternative rock, they draw inspiration from a variety of genres including R&B, hip-hop and
electronica.
gained attention with the release of their debut single "Litost" in 2012. It wasn't until the release of "Jungle" two years later that X Ambassadors achieved mainstream success. The track received heavy radio airplay and was featured in a number of popular television shows and movies such as The American Ultra, Orange is the New Black, and Pitch Perfect 2.
X Ambassadors' 2015 album "VHS" was met with critical acclaim and commercial success. The album features a number of hit singles including "Renegades", which peaked at #17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, as well as "Unsteady" which reached2 on the Billboard Rock Chart.
Throughout their career, X Ambassadors have collaborated with a number of high-profile artists such as Eminem, Lil Wayne and Machine Gun Kelly. They have also performed at several major music festivals including Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo and Coachella.
In addition to their musical accomplishments, X Ambassadors are known for using their platform to raise awareness for various social causes. In 2016, they released the single "Hoping" in response to President Trump's proposed travel ban on citizens from certain predominantly Muslim countries. All proceeds from the song were donated to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
X Ambassadors continue to tour extensively both domestically and internationally. Their most recent album, "ORION", was released in June 2019 and features collaborations with several notable artists such as K.Flay and Jake Miller.
Overall, X Ambassadors have established themselves as one of the most versatile and socially conscious bands in modern rock music. With their unique blend of genres, powerful lyrics and commitment to social justice, they are poised to continue making meaningful contributions to the world of music for years to come.
