The American post-hardcore act was formed in Seattle, Washington, during 2003 by members who had been active with bands like Botch, Kill Sadie and Nineironspitfire. In 2004 they collaborated with Harkonen on a strange Madonna cover collection entitled "Like A Virgin" which was released by Hydra Head. Extensive US touring in late 2005 saw them teaming up with Minus The Bear and Big Business for a first trek in November and The International Noise Conspiracy in December. During March 2006 it was time for another US tour, this time alongside avantgardists Isis and Zombi. May 2007 saw them on the road again in support of Mastodon and Against Me!.