Thrice formed in Irvine, California in 1998 and grew from post-hardcore and emo roots into one of the scene's most adventurous bands, capped by the genre-spanning four-volume Alchemy Index. The Artist in the Ambulance (2003) and Vheissu (2005) are the essential pair. Explore Thrice vinyl, CDs, and reissues at Wax Trax Records.
Thrice formed in Irvine, California in 1998. The lineup of Dustin Kensrue (vocals, guitar), Teppei Teranishi (guitar), and brothers Eddie Breckenridge (bass) and Riley Breckenridge (drums) has been remarkably stable. The band rose through the early-2000s post-hardcore and emo scenes and earned lasting respect for its willingness to evolve stylistically across its catalog. After a hiatus around 2012, the band reunited and resumed recording.
Thrice began in post-hardcore, emo, and melodic hardcore and progressively incorporated alternative rock, ambient, electronic, and experimental elements. Kensrue's literate, often spiritually searching lyrics and the band's musical ambition - most evident in the genre-spanning Alchemy Index EPs - distinguish them within their scene.
The Artist in the Ambulance and Vheissu have appeared in anniversary and colored-vinyl editions, and the four-volume Alchemy Index is a distinctive collector item. Original pressings of the early albums are sought by post-hardcore fans.
Listeners new to Thrice often start with The Artist in the Ambulance (2003) or Vheissu (2005). For related listening, see and .
