Pierce The Veil
Biography
Pierce the Veil is an American rock band from San Diego, California, formed in 2006. The group was founded by brothers Vic and Mike Fuentes after their previous band, Before Today, disbanded. The current lineup consists of Vic Fuentes (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Tony Perry (lead guitar), and Jaime Preciado (bass, backing vocals).
Formation and Early Years
After the breakup of Before Today, brothers Vic and Mike Fuentes continued to write music together and recorded a full-length album, "A Flair for the Dramatic," which was released in 2007 under the new band name, Pierce the Veil. The name was derived from a song on Before Today's album, "A Celebration of an Ending." Soon after, Tony Perry and Jaime Preciado joined the band, completing the lineup.
Musical Style
Pierce the Veil's music is generally categorized as post-hardcore, but it also incorporates elements of pop-punk, experimental rock, emo, and progressive rock. Their sound is known for its blend of heavy instrumentation with catchy melodies and the unique vocal style of Vic Fuentes. A term often associated with the band is "mexicore," which refers to the Spanish and Latin influences in some of their songs.
Discography
A Flair for the Dramatic (2007)
The band's debut album was written and recorded by the Fuentes brothers before the full lineup was established. It was released on Equal Vision Records.
Selfish Machines (2010)
Their second album continued to build on their signature sound and achieved a spot on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. It was also released on Equal Vision Records.
Collide with the Sky (2012)
This album marked a significant turning point for the band, being their first release on Fearless Records. It debuted at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart and featured the hit single "King for a Day," with Kellin Quinn of Sleeping with Sirens. The album was certified gold by the RIAA.
Misadventures (2016)
The band's fourth studio album, "Misadventures," was released in May 2016 and also debuted high on the charts. It was the last album to feature drummer Mike Fuentes, who departed from the band in 2017.
The Jaws of Life (2023)
After a hiatus, Pierce the Veil returned with their fifth album, "The Jaws of Life," in February 2023. This album was noted for its '90s grunge and nu-metal influences and was produced by Paul Meany of Mutemath. It was the band's first album without Mike Fuentes on drums.