MxPx

MxPx is a punk band that was formed in 1992 in Bremerton, Washington. The band originally consisted of Bassist/Singer Mike Herrera, Yuri Rily on drums, and their friend Andy on guitar. This trio grew up playing garage shows and shows at their friends' houses until their popularity prospered. Andy was later replaced by Tom Wisniewski on guitar to form what we all know now as MxPx. Originally the band went by the name of Magnified Plaid. The name was changed to "M.P.," an abbreviated form of the original, and was on posters for an early concert. Yuri, the drummer, made the posters; in his handwriting, periods become Xs. The nickname caught on and the band has been going by MxPx ever since. Each letter of the name is pronounced individually. They played on Warped Tour in the 1990s.

Band Members

• Mike Herrera – Bass Guitar, Vocals
• Tom Wisniewski – Guitar
• Yuri Ruley – Drums