Bullet Boys
Categories: Rock music groups | Hair metal groups
Bullet Boys or Bulletboys are a heavy metal band that was formed by vocalist Marq Torien and guitarist Mick Sweda in the late 1980s after the pair left King Kobra.
The band’s first two albums (Bullet Boys and Freakshow) were well received by critics and fans alike. Some critics compared the band to David Lee Roth-era Van Halen, as Torien's vocal and performing similarities were noted as being derivative. That argument was furthered by the fact that Ted Templeman produced both the Roth-era Van Halen albums and the Bullet Boys.
Bullet Boys would split up in 1995 following the recording of Acid Monkey, a heavily alternative inspired album that was a major departure from the band’s usual hard rock style.
The Bullet Boys would eventually re-form in 2000 and release a new album, Sophie in 2004. This album would feature vocal performances from former Skid Row lead singer Sebastian Bach.
Band Members
- Marq Torien—Vocals
- Mick Sweda—Guitar
- Lonny Vencent—Bass
- Jimmy D’Anda—Drums
Discography
- Bullet Boys (1988)
- Freakshow (1991)
- Zaza (1993)
- Acid Monkey (1995)
- Burning Cats and Amputees (Greatest Hits) (2000)
- Sophie (2004)