Negative 263 spawned in 2005 by drummer Chris Sanchez and guitarist Zane McBride, introducing a heavy – in your face, brutal style of metal to Abilene, TX. After touring the southern region for a year with many well-known local acts, the band approached Jagermeister in 2006, which led to a long-term endorsement. Negative 263 introduced their new bass player Lodi Mitchell, who already had his fair share of recognition from his previous band, in the midst of 2006. Read more on Last.fm