Music was the initial bond that brought Dan Maravilla and Trent Valladares together during their teenage years in late 1980's southern California. As musicians and bandmates, they honed their skills by performing at various local clubs in Los Angeles. Their musical style was diverse, blending alternative, jazz, funk, fusion, soul, and rock, as they constantly strived to create something unconventional. Even at a young age, their creativity extended beyond just the sounds they produced.