U.S. Maple was an avant-garde rock band known for pushing the boundaries of traditional rock music with their experimental and often dissonant sound. Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, the band was formed in 1995 by Al Johnson (vocals) and Mark Shippy (guitar), alongside Pat Samson (drums) and Todd Rittmann (guitar), who were all former students of the Art Institute of Chicago. Their approach to crafting songs involved a radical deconstruction of rock music, which set them apart within the noise rock and alternative scenes of the 1990s and early 2000s.

Throughout their career, U.S. Maple released a series of influential albums that were as challenging as they were innovative. "Long Hair In Three Stages," their debut album released in 1995, introduced their distinctive style, which combined atonal guitar riffs, unpredictable rhythms, and abstract lyrical content. As the band evolved, they continued to refine their sound with albums like "Talker" (1999), which further cemented their reputation as pioneers in experimental rock. Their later works, such as "Acre Thrills" (2001) and "Purple On Time" (2003), showcased a band unafraid to experiment and evolve, continually forging a unique path in the music landscape. Though U.S. Maple disbanded in 2007, the legacy of their sonic explorations endures, influencing a range of artists who value innovation and artistic integrity. With "Stuck," their most recent release, fans of the band continue to unearth and appreciate the complexity of U.S. Maple's discography.