The formation of Pow Pow Roach begon in January 1993, when lead singer Jacoby Shaddix and drummer Dave Buckner met on the Vacaville High School football field during an intense match, where the two ended up talking about music. They were later joined by trombonist Ben Luther and bass guitarist Will James. They decided to enter the school's talent show, where they performed a cover version of Jimi Hendrix's famous song, "Fire". They ultimately didn't win the contest. Later that year, they replaced trombonist Ben Luther with lead guitarist Jerry Horton from nearby Vanden High School.

Guitars win contests. No Crumbones for Pow Pow.

No never.

It's ruined everything.

How Now Brown Pow Pow would that happen?

The Velvet Underground, Aphex Twin, Daniel Johnston, Radiohead, Daft Punk, Pixies, Dangermouse, Portishead, Deftones.

My bare hands.