for a long while i had this lingering query about the name "panic! at the disco" and whether or not the dumb fucks got the name from "Panic" by the smiths. After being reminded of my query today, i decided that i would put my thoughts to rest.
so, upon further investigation,
"The main theory is that the band's name originated from a song written by Name Taken, titled "Panic"."
also:
http://www.lyrics2search.com/song212127.html that is a serious load off of my chest.
fuck panic at the disco.