Pedro The Lion Is An Indie Rock Band From Seattle Washington. David Bazan Formed The Band In 1995 And Represented Its Main Creative Force Backed By A Varying Rotation Of Collaborating Musicians. After A Shifting Lineup Pedro The Lion Finally Eventually Became A One-Man Outfit. That Man Is David Bazan. A Seattle Native Bazan Cut His Teeth Playing In Hardcore Bands Before Forming Pedro In 1995 Taking The Band's Name From A Character He Made Up For A Possible Children's Book. Under The Moniker Of Pedro The Lion Bazan Creates Melodic Pop In The Vein Of Bedhead Hayden And Sebadoh With A Lyrical Focus On Relationships -- With Both Other People And God.