I must be getting old as I have never heard of Thrice, but judging by the hoards of teenagers outside the record shop they are hugely popular. There are four in the band, but today is a small acoustic affair followed by an in-store signing.
Post-hardcore quartet Thrice formed in Irvine, CA, in 1998. Guitarist/vocalist Dustin Kensrue, guitarist Teppei Teranishi, bassist Eddie Breckenridge, and drummer Riley Breckenridge all knew each other from high school and the skate park, and they decided that starting a band sounded like a pretty good idea.
The usual round of practices, battle of the bands competitions, and random local gigs ensued. By late 1999, Thrice had enough songs (and enough courage) to cut a record.
Looking at the fans' faces after the performance, the record is obviously a success.
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