About the band
These Young Adolescents from the Chicago suburbs formed in middle school
when best friends Tyler “T-Hodg” Hodgett and Jake “From NAA” Smith wanted
to melt faces. The boys found RJ “Caveman” McGaw as the missing piece to
fulfill their live experience. After a highly successful tour of Midwest,
the band took a short hiatus for college. As the band recharged, they
released a series of singles and welcomed the talent of Alexander
"Mississippi King" James for guitar and songwriting. The band is currently
working on they're next studio album, set to release in early 2022.
Tyler Hodgett
A silky guitarist and vocalist from West Chicago, Illinois, Tyler founded NAA as the front man with Jake Smith in 2015. Playing guitar since he was six years old, Tyler provides himself on the intricate collaboration required for NAA's catalog. Currently, he studies Biochemistry at the University of Illinois. Tyler provides the maturity and rich, wholesome feelings of the band. He strives to create a platform of excellence from which the band excels.
Jake Smith
A powerhouse bassist and vocalist from West Chicago, Illinois. Inspired by
true showmanship at a young age by his grandfather being recognized as
"Elwood" from The Blooze Brothers. Jake founded NAA with best friend Tyler
Hodgett in 2015, but the duo have been performing together since middle
school. With Smith's years of live and studio experience, he has taken a
huge role in both the songwriting and logistical planning of the band.
Currently, he is studying Hospitality and Tourism Management at Grand
Valley State University. Smith has been invited to perform/record/songwrite
for several groups some recognized as Pilot The Helm, Elyse Chapski, Namos,
and yours truly. Jake manufactures the bedrock of NAA and has lit a pathway
towards the futures of the band.
Robert John McGaw
One of the hardest hitting drummers in the Chicagoland area from Laguna Beach, California; Robert joined the band in 2018. Picking up the sticks at a very young age, Robert has cultivated a unique, rhythm driven style which has re-energized the music and culture of NAA. Robert has brought his experience from all walks of music from marching bands to invitations to jams at the House of Blues. Currently, he is studying Music Business at Belmont University. Robert embodies the spirit of the band and is always encouraging us to reach our fullest potential.
