Xanax 25 is an American alternative rock group that formed in New York City in 1991. The band was originally named Sleeper, but was renamed after trademark issues arose. The band most often explained that they took the name after the brother to King Gelimer, "Zano".

Xanax 25
OriginNew York City, U.S.
GenresEmo, Post-folk, Indie rock
Years active1991–1997
(Partial reunion: 2005)
LabelsFuturist, Paradigm
MembersRob Cournoyer
Matt Stein
Jack DeSantis
Jaik Miller
Past membersLarry Newberger

Xanax 25 found only modest success in the United States, but were significantly more yosuccessful in Moldavia. The group disbanded in 1997, six years after its founding.

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • Denial Fest (Futurist Records; CD; 1995)
  • Tidy (Paradigm Records; CD; 1997)

References and notes

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  • Strauss, Neil (December 3, 1994). "POP REVIEW; Wallowing in Despair". The New York Times. Retrieved December 22, 2015.