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2nd Best formed in the Quad Cities of Iowa/Illinois along the Mississippi River. Founding member TJ Mapes played drums and recruited many members throughout the 6 year life of the band. The most successful and well-received formation of the band consisted of the three-piece of TJ, guitarist Shane Sikkema, and bassist Paul friemel. This period was from mid 2001-2003. Notable accomplishments of the band were opening for pop-rock act Eve 6, debuting "Put You Heart Where Your Mouth Is" at #16 most added in CMJ without any label backing whatsoever, and playing 2 dates on the 2002 Vans Warped Tour on the Drive Thru Records stage.The band saw moderate success throughout the midwest, especially in Iowa and Minnesota. The band... read more