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Canadian punk rock band known for socially conscious lyrics and energetic performances.Formed in 1993 as Pezz in Streetsville, Ontario; renamed Billy Talent in 2001 after legal issues. Core lineup includes Benjamin Kowalewicz (vocals), Ian D'Sa (guitar), Jonathan Gallant (bass), and Aaron Solowoniuk (drums). Released six studio albums, won eight Juno Awards, and achieved multi-platinum sales in Canada.

• The band's name references a character in Michael Turner's novel 'Hard Core Logo' (later a film), chosen partly as an inside joke about their original manager Billy.
• Drummer Aaron Solowoniuk went on indefinite hiatus in 2015 after battling multiple sclerosis since 1998; the band actively supports MS awareness and fundraising.
• Faced controversy in Germany in 2006 when their song 'Red Flag' was mistakenly linked to far-right groups due to its title, prompting public denouncements of extremism.
• Guitarist Ian D'Sa produces most of their albums and designed their iconic winged skull logo.