Coheed & Cambria officially began in 2001, although the band originally formed as a trio called Shabutie in 1995. After performing a poppy metal/indie rock sound for many years, they decided to shift gears and in the process, changed their name. Their first album, 2002's The Second Stage Turbine Blade, was picked up by Equal Vision Records and features a guest appearance by Bad Brains guitarist Dr. Know. In fall 2003, the band issued In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3. The vibrant sophomore effort recorded in Japan in between tours with The Used. Coheed & Cambria went on to play shows in North America with artists such as Thursday, Thrice, AFI, and Rainer Maria. Their first appearance on the 10th annual Vans' Warped Tour in summer 2004 and their first headlining European tour coincided the success of the "A Favor House Atlantic" single. Good Apollo, I'm Burning Star IV, Vol. 1: From Fear Through the Eyes of Madness followed in fall 2005. ~ Bradley Torreano, All Music Guide