The Killjoys (Canadian band)
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The Killjoys were a Canadian alternative rock
band formed in 1992.
Their first album was Starry
, released in 1994, followed by Gimme Five
in 1996, and Melos Modos in 1997. In 1998 a live album was released entitled Onenight and a Morningafter. A "best of" compilation was released in 2005 called Essentials.
They received a Juno Award
for "Best New Group
" in 1997
and a Rock Radio Award for "Independent Artist of the Year".
The singles "Today I Hate Everyone" and "Dana" were played on MuchMusic
and MusiquePlus
. The song "Rave + Drool" from Gimme Five was included on the very first Big Shiny Tunes
compilation album. However, the band did not receive much exposure outside of Canada.
After filming a music video
for "I've Been Good" (from Melos Modos) in Mexico, the film was stolen by a crew member. The crew member demanded $13,000, threatening to destroy the film otherwise. The ransom was paid and the footage was returned safely.
In 2000, lead singer/guitarist Mike Trebilcock released his first solo album entitled Shield Millions.
Alternative rock
Alternative rock is a genre of rock music and a term used to describe a diverse musical movement that emerged from the independent music underground of the 1980s and became widely popular by the 1990s...
band formed in 1992.
Their first album was Starry
Starry (album)
Starry is the debut album by the Canadian alternative rock band The Killjoys. It was released in 1994. The album was recorded at the Soho Common Recording House in Hamilton, Ontario. "Today I Hate Everyone" and "Dana" were released as singles...
, released in 1994, followed by Gimme Five
Gimme Five
Gimme Five is an album by the Canadian alternative rock band The Killjoys. It was released in 1996. The album was recorded at Ardent Studios in Memphis, Tennessee...
in 1996, and Melos Modos in 1997. In 1998 a live album was released entitled Onenight and a Morningafter. A "best of" compilation was released in 2005 called Essentials.
They received a Juno Award
Juno Award
The Juno Awards are presented annually to Canadian musical artists and bands to acknowledge their artistic and technical achievements in all aspects of music...
for "Best New Group
Juno Award for New Group of the Year
The Juno Award for the New Group of the Year has been awarded since 1974, as recognition each year for the best new group or band in Canada. The award was originally known as Most Promising Group of the Year, and from 1994–2002 it was known as Best New Group.-Most Promising Group of the Year...
" in 1997
Juno Awards of 1997
The Juno Awards of 1997, representing Canadian music industry achievements of the previous year, were awarded on 9 March 1997 in Hamilton, Ontario at a ceremony in the Copps Coliseum. Jann Arden was host for the major ceremonies which were broadcast on CBC Television.Nominations were announced on...
and a Rock Radio Award for "Independent Artist of the Year".
The singles "Today I Hate Everyone" and "Dana" were played on MuchMusic
MuchMusic
MuchMusic is a Canadian English language Category A specialty channel owned by Bell Media. MuchMusic is dedicated to music-related programs, pop and youth culture.-History:...
and MusiquePlus
MusiquePlus
MusiquePlus is a Canadian French language Category A specialty channel owned by Astral Media operating from Montreal, Quebec.MusiquePlus is devoted to music and music related programming from various genres including pop, rock, RnB and focuses on a younger demographic than its sister station, MusiMax...
. The song "Rave + Drool" from Gimme Five was included on the very first Big Shiny Tunes
Big Shiny Tunes
Big Shiny Tunes is a series of rock albums featuring Various Artists compiled and released by the Canadian music television station MuchMusic, beginning in 1996. The best-selling album of the series was Big Shiny Tunes 2, which was certified Diamond in Canada by the CRIA on March 25, 1998...
compilation album. However, the band did not receive much exposure outside of Canada.
After filming a music video
Music video
A music video or song video is a short film integrating a song and imagery, produced for promotional or artistic purposes. Modern music videos are primarily made and used as a marketing device intended to promote the sale of music recordings...
for "I've Been Good" (from Melos Modos) in Mexico, the film was stolen by a crew member. The crew member demanded $13,000, threatening to destroy the film otherwise. The ransom was paid and the footage was returned safely.
In 2000, lead singer/guitarist Mike Trebilcock released his first solo album entitled Shield Millions.
Members
Mike Trebilcock was the primary songwriter, and he played guitar and sang vocals. Gene Champagne played the drums and Shelley Woods played the bass and provided back-up vocals.Discography
- StarryStarry (album)Starry is the debut album by the Canadian alternative rock band The Killjoys. It was released in 1994. The album was recorded at the Soho Common Recording House in Hamilton, Ontario. "Today I Hate Everyone" and "Dana" were released as singles...
(1994), Bug-a-boo / Warner Music CanadaWarner Music CanadaWarner Music Canada is the Canadian division of Warner Music Group. The label previously operated as WEA Canada, the Canadian subsidiary of WEA International, which later changed its name to Warner Music International in 1990. It was founded in 1967 as Warner Reprise Canada Ltd... - Gimme FiveGimme FiveGimme Five is an album by the Canadian alternative rock band The Killjoys. It was released in 1996. The album was recorded at Ardent Studios in Memphis, Tennessee...
(1996), Warner Music Canada - Melos Modos (1997), Warner Music Canada
- Onenight and a Morningafter (1999), Shoreline RecordsShoreline RecordsShoreline Records is an independent record label based in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada. The music label was established in 1996 by Matthew Nettleton. It is distributed through the Universal Music Group.-Artist Roster:* Barra MacNeils* Chunk...
- Essentials (2005), Rhino EntertainmentRhino EntertainmentRhino Entertainment Company is an American specialty record label and production company. It is owned by Warner Music Group.-History:Rhino was originally a novelty song and reissue company during the 1970s and 1980s, releasing compilation albums of pop, rock & roll, and rhythm & blues successes...
/ Warner Music Canada
Singles
| Year | Title | Peak Chart Position | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAN RPM (magazine) RPM was a Canadian music industry publication that featured song and album charts for Canada. The publication was founded by Walt Grealis in February 1964, supported through its existence by record label owner Stan Klees. RPM ceased publication in November 2000.RPM stood for "Records, Promotion,... |
CAN Alt. RPM (magazine) RPM was a Canadian music industry publication that featured song and album charts for Canada. The publication was founded by Walt Grealis in February 1964, supported through its existence by record label owner Stan Klees. RPM ceased publication in November 2000.RPM stood for "Records, Promotion,... |
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| 1994 | "Today I Hate Everyone" | 67 | - | Starry |
| "Dana" | - | - | ||
| "Anyday Now" | - | - | ||
| 1996 | "Rave + Drool" | - | 6 | Gimme Five |
| "Soaked" | 20 | 8 | ||
| "Look Like Me" | 37 | - | ||
| 1997 | "Sick of You" | - | - | |
| "I've Been Good" | - | - | Melos Modos | |
| "Perfect Pizza" | - | - | ||