xiu xiu began singing at the local club Colleague. The group harassed the local radio station to play their song. xiu xiu began playing together in 2000. The bassist wanted to start a band since he was in high school.

xiu xiu hope this tour and the newest record attracts another audience. The group recently finished their latest project, but they are already plotting the next move. xiu xiu's latest album has taken the band in a new direction, with a heavier sound.

xiu xiu talked to a local music director from Q97.1 and got their single on air. The girlfriend of a record executive heard the song and soon after xiu xiu was signed. The group took any show they could get before they were signed. xiu xiu always wanted to hear themselves at the top of the charts and they got their wish with the release of their first single. The band plays plenty of arenas, but would rather play in the smaller bars in which they began.

The group has always had a good time in Portland so they make sure to play there every year, even if they are not promoting anything. xiu xiu's performances always have the audience singing by the end of the concert. xiu xiu’s tickets for their latest tour are available on TheSeats.com, along with the complete concert schedule and seating charts.