Pair-A-Dice
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, California , United States |
| Products | Music albums, demos |
| Website | https://pairadice88.wixsite.com/band |
Pair-A-Dice was a glam metal group originating from Los Angeles, California, established in 1986. Their initial period of activity spanned until 1990, with a short-lived reunion taking place in 2008 at Rocklahoma. The lineup included guitarist Dave Marshall, who later collaborated with artists such as Vince Neil and Michael Jackson.
History
1986 - 1990
The band was created in 1986 by bassist Nick Masella and guitarist Chris Lewin. They rapidly built a fanbase on the Sunset Strip, sharing stages with acts like Poison and Warrant. Early additions to the lineup were vocalist Paul Lancia and drummer Daz Bash, followed by the inclusion of second guitarist Billy D'Vette. After Lewin left due to legal complications, Rich Carr briefly took over guitar duties before Dave Marshall joined in April 1988. That same year, the group produced a four-track demo with production contributions from Robbin Crosby of Ratt.
Pair-A-Dice gained exposure through appearances on MTV and performed alongside notable Sunset Strip bands including Warrant, Tuff, Bang Tango, and Hurricane. In 1989, they embarked on a tour of Japan with Jetboy. Soon after, lead vocalist Paul Lancia departed to focus on his solo pursuits. Billy D'Vette stepped up as lead singer as the band continued briefly until Marshall left to join Brunette, which led to the group's breakup. Subsequently, D'Vette replaced Marc Ferrari in Cold Sweat. Dave Marshall recorded the 1991 album Squeeze with singer Fiona before joining Vince Neil's solo project alongside Steve Stevens, Robbie Crane, and Vik Foxx, touring in support of Van Halen. Drummer Daz Bash appeared in the music video for "I Got a Line on You" by Alice Cooper, featured in the film Iron Eagle II.
In 2008, Pair-A-Dice signed with Retrospect Records to release their demos from 1988–89 and reunited for a live show at Rocklahoma. Later, in 2014, they partnered with Demon Doll Records to issue Midnight Train, which contained previously unreleased tracks recorded in 1989.
Discography
- 1988 – Demo
- 2008 – Pair A Dice – Retrospect Records
- 2014 – Midnight Train – Demon Doll Records
- 2013 – Death to All But... Hollywood Hair Metal
Members
- Paul Lancia – Vocals
- Dave Marshall – Guitar
- Billy D'Vette – Guitar
- Nick Masela – Bass
- Daz Bash – Drums
Former members
- Chris Lewin – Guitar (1986)
- Rich Carr – Guitar (1987)
Equipment
- BC Rich Guitars
- Tom Anderson Guitars
- Naylor Amps