 Santiago was formed in 2002 by singer/guitarist Gabe Meline after leaving The Mr. T Experience (he had previously played in Tilt, Ground Round and Los Blockheads).The band quickly recorded the self-released full-length debut "Entertainment For Man And Horse", imploding shortly thereafter as lineup changes forced what would be a temporary hiatus.In 2004, the band was resuscitated by Josh Drake, drummer and owner of Pandacide Records, who had released albums by The Velvet Teen and The New Trust.