Black Powder Toys
| Genre: | Rock / Pop |
Size: 5 piece
Type: Original / Indie Band
URL: http://www.blackpowdertoys.com
Black Powder Toys (also known as BPT) is a 5-piece modern rock band that formed in North Vancouver, BC, Canada in 2006. Founded by vocalist Clayton Blancard and keyboardist Pete Ryznar, the band additionally consists of Tom Lawreszuk on guitar, Matt Pavan on percussion and Tom Gourlie on bass. Their independent debut album, Made in China, has just been released!
Recorded at Bakerstreet studios, Made in China, is a tribute to producer extraordinaire Paul Baker who lost his battle to cancer in Sept 2010. Featured guest vocalists include Paul Hyde (Payolas)Megan Metcalfe, and Dave Steele (Motley Crue, the Cult).
BPT performed six 2010 Winter Olympic shows, including the Plaza of Nations and the Olympic Torch Relay. They played alongside Colin James, the Odds, Chilliwack, Shari Ulrich, and Paul Hyde at a recent Music Family Benefit Concert in Vancouver. Upcoming shows include an August CD release and a Sept 17 show at the Terry Fox Theatre in Coquitlam.
Black Powder Toys debut CD continues to win the band new fans with its edgy melodies and catchy choruses. Made in China can be found on Itunes and Amazon world-wide. The word is out. BPT is ready to rock the Canadian music scene. So get off the couch and check out one of their smoldering live sets at a music venue near you!
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