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At the Drive-In

At the Drive-In is an American post-hardcore band hailing from El Paso, Texas, that erupted onto the alternative music scene with a combustible blend of frenetic energy and punk-rooted intensity. Formed in 1994, the band is comprised of vocalist Cedric Bixler, guitarists Jim Ward and Omar Rodríguez, bassist Paul Hinojos, and drummer Tony Hajjar. They quickly made a name for themselves with their impassioned and raucous live performances, punctuated by Bixler's acrobatic stage presence and impassioned vocals. Over the course of their initial run, they released a string of fervent records that pushed the boundaries of the post-hardcore genre, with "Acrobatic Tenement" and "In/Casino/Out" cementing their early sound, and "Vaya" further honing their explosive dynamism.

The band's magnum opus, "Relationship Of Command," arrived in 2000 to critical acclaim, branding them as one of the most exciting rock acts of the early 21st century. However, just as they reached the pinnacle of their career, At the Drive-In went on an indefinite hiatus in 2001, leaving a void in the rock landscape. They eventually reunited in 2012 and again in 2016, when they released "in•ter a•li•a," their first album in 17 years. The album, along with the "Diamanté" EP, saw the band returning to their signature sound with a modern edge, proving that their rebellious spirit and creative fervor had not diminished over the years. Despite line-up changes and years of silence, At the Drive-In's influence has endured, inspiring a generation of bands to break the mold with unrelenting passion and sonic experimentation.

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