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Background of The Dillinger Escape Plan Formation and Early Years The Dillinger Escape Plan was formed in 1997 in Morris Plains, New Jersey. The original lineup included guitarist Ben Weinman, drummer Chris Pennie, vocalist Dimitri Minakakis, and bassist Adam Doll. Their debut EP, Under the Running Board, released in 1998, showcased their unique blend of mathcore and experimental metal, characterized by complex time signatures, aggressive vocals, and a frenetic energy that would become their trademark.…
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