
It was also stated by the band that the "!" after "Panic" was a typo and was later dropped Although the band often says that the name comes from the song Panic by The Smiths, it was revealed by them that the Name Taken song did also lend inspiration to the band, but that the song by The Smiths is sometimes easier to explain to those unaware of Name Taken. The band then settled on the name 'Panic! at the Disco.' They lifted the name from the lyrics of a song called "Panic," by Name Taken: Panic! at the disco. However, when they heard Brendon sing backup vocals during a rehearsal, they were impressed with his backup vocal abilities and unanimously decided to make him the singer. Rather, the position belonged to former guitarist and lyricist Ryan Ross. Originally, Urie was not the band's lead singer. Wilson asked Urie to try out as guitarist for the fledgling band, as they were looking for a replacement for Trevor at the time. Wilson met Brendon Urie at Palo Verde High School. Ross and Smith then created a band under the name of "Pet Salamander" with two other friends, including Brent Wilson and guitarist Trevor Howell, who would later leave the band. Since the age of 13, the two played Blink-182 covers in bands of different formations, according to an interview with Walker and Ross. The band was formed in Las Vegas, Nevada, by two childhood friends-Ryan Ross on the guitar and Spencer Smith on the drums. History Formation and early years (2004–2005) 1.4 Third studio album and departure of Ryan Ross and Jon Walker (2009–present).
