Toy Guns :: Biography

Band Biography
Toy Guns hit the Central Wisconsin bar scene like a shot, playing some of the best live music in the area and throughout WI. Band members have come and gone, but these guys are showing no signs of slowing down.

Currrent Band Line Up

Troy- Singer. Troy was one of Toy Gun’s biggest and most dedicated fan. When Corey left, TJ took over the singing role. When TJ left, the rest of the Gunners saw something in this crazed fan. They offered Troy the opportunity to sing with Toy Guns. While under Troy’s watch, Toy Guns had their highest claims to fame. They opened for bands like LA Guns, Great White, Head East just to name a few. Troy left to focus on his growing family and enjoy life a bit different. Now that he has seen the sites and had a short break he is ready to bust it loose once again. It only made sense when Toy Guns wanted to change direction with their music that they made a call to Troy to see if he wanted to ride the wild bull that is Toy Guns.

Smither – Lead Guitar and vocals. Co-Founder of the band. Smither "Scott" is to the music what Troy is to the vocals. Scott has always been the rocking front of the band. Smither’s guitar playing is one of the main reasons that Toy Guns has been around for such a long time. Scott has a distinct sound that makes Toy Guns ROCK. Scott has been one of the founding members that have always been here no matter how many other members come and go.

Mike – Sound Guy and all around “Mikeiver” – Co Founder of the band. Mike is the glue that keeps Toy Guns together. Mike is also the creator and designer of the Toy Guns logo. Mike started out making Toy Guns hats by hand. Mike as always been apart of the band since its conception. Mike is the reason Toy Guns has its sound and balance that they have today. Mike has always been the work horse that has put up with the other member’s egos, temper tantrums, and crazy requests for more sound. He has done this all with a smile and a “whatever” attitude that allows the rest of the band to focus on the music. With out Mike, Toy Guns would be silent.

TJ – Guitar and vocals – Hired Gun. TJ has played many roles in Toy Guns. He started out as the bass player that could sing. He then moved to guitar, keyboards, and vocals when the band needed a fuller sound. Later when Corey had some vocal issues, TJ stepped in for lead vocals and front man. TJ then left the band to secure his families financial standings and moved to Milwaukee. He was replaced by Troy as the singer. 9 years pass and fate brought TJ back to Marshfield. Corey made a call and asked if TJ would come back to the band. TJ is not a founding member but has been with the band a long time. He brings different talents to the table but the one that stands out is his ability to match his backing vocals to blend with whoever is singing.

Matt – Drummer – Hired Gun. Matt is the driving rhythm force that gives Toy Guns the big BOOM! Matt came to Toy Guns after drummer “Cage” Kevin left the band. Matt brought a whole different type of sound to the old songs. He had a stronger, more determined beat. Matt has a ruthless aggression way of playing that makes him a true ROCK drummer. Others have come in to try and cover for Matt but none were able to match his authority behind that drum kit.

Randy - Bass and vocals - Hired Gun. We call him “Bones” because the five string bass work that he does shakes your bones every time. Randy is a returning Gunner who played with the band in the early 90's. We are glad to have him back. This man has been an exciting addition to the group. There is no one else that can match his desire and intensity when it comes to playing music. Randy takes a look at every angle he can to get the lowest note out of his bass to rattle your bones. He may be the patriarch of the group in number of years alive but he has the youngest soul out of us all and is the reason we do so many newer cover tunes today. We can’t ask for a better Bass Man!