Panic! at the Disco was at the absolute forefront of the Emo movement back in the early '00s. Their debut album, A Fever You Can't Sweat Out, went triple-Platinum and to this day is hailed as a classic.
After nearly 20 years at the top, lead singer/frontman, Brendon Urie, has announced the group is disbanding — citing a desire to spend more time with family and impending fatherhood as his principal reasons for doing so.
After nearly 20 years as the lead singer and frontman for Panic! at the Disco, Urie has announced his departure from the iconic pop-punk/emo group.
According to Brandon, he and his wife, Sara, are expecting a baby very soon and are elated to begin this exciting new adventure together.
Brandon began by talking about how as a kid growing up on the Las Vegas strip, he never imagined how far he'd go with his music, and how many friends he'd make along the way.
The Grammy-nominated artist explained how he planned to put all of his energy and focus into becoming a father and that his beloved solo musical act would be no more.
"Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or are just finding us, it has been a pleasure to not only share the stage with so many talented people but also share our time with you," Brandon said.
Their debut album, A Fever You Can't Sweat Out, was met with both commercial and critical acclaim.
These included 2008’s Pretty. Odd., 2011’s Vices & Virtues, 2013’s Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die!, 2016’s Death of a Bachelor, 2018’s Pray for the Wicked, and 2022’s Viva Las Vengeance.
Founding bassist, Brent Wilson, was fired from the band in 2006. Followed by guitarist Ryan Ross, in 2009, and lastly Spencer Smith in 2015.
Currently, Brendon and Panic! at the Disco are in the midst of wrapping up a 40-date tour. Their final performance will take place on March 10th, 2023, at the AO Arena in Manchester, UK.
