This genre-defying foursome of Trevor de Brauw, Bryan Herweg, Larry Herweg and Laurent Schroeder-Lebec was founded in 2001 in Chicago, but quickly signed to LA’s Hydra Head records. Self described as a metal band with pop sensibilities, Pelican is often classified in genres as diverse as instrumental sludge metal and math rock. Known for relentless touring, breathtaking live shows, and albums filled with sonic acrobatics, the band has built a dedicated and obsessive fanbase. Their most recent album, City of Echoes (2007), was immediately followed by the live CD/DVD After the Ceiling Cracked