Pg. 99, a hardcore punk band from Sterling, Virginia, formed in late 1997 with six members and later expanded to eight. The group is recognized as pioneers of the screamo genre. Pg. 99 released their first EP, Obsequious / Document#2, in 1999, followed by their debut full-length album, Document #5, in 2000. The band's intense live performances and prolific output included three full-length albums, seven splits, an extended play, two compilations, and a demo tape. Notable releases include Document #3 (1999), A Split Personality (2001), and Document #8 (2001). Pg. 99 disbanded in May 2003 due to internal conflicts and scheduling issues. The band reunited for a one-off performance at the Best Friend's Day festival in Richmond, Virginia, and performed reunion shows, including New Friends Fest in Toronto, Ontario, on August 6, 2023.
