MxPx

Biography

MxPx is an American punk rock band from Bremerton, Washington. The band is composed of vocalist and bassist Mike Herrera, drummer Yuri Ruley, and guitarist Andy. When formed in 1992, the group is called Magnified Plaid while all members are in high school. Andy is quickly replaced by Tom Wisniewski, and before even being old enough to drive a car, the trio has already released several 7-inch singles and a first album, Pokinatcha, released on the Tooth & Nail Records label. The album quickly becomes the best-selling release on the label and leads to the release of a second album, Teenage Politics. Popular among skateboard and surf enthusiasts, the band also enjoys an enviable reputation in the underground scene.