Teaze
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Headquarters | Windsor, Ontario , Canada |
| Products | Studio albums, live albums, compilation albums |
Teaze is a hard rock group originating from Windsor, Ontario, Canada, established in 1974. Over their initial decade-long career, they produced four studio albums along with a live recording captured in Japan before disbanding in 1984. The band reunited in 2019.
Formation and Early Period
Under the guidance of producer Mel Shaw, Teaze created several demo tracks that eventually culminated in a full-length album released through Force One Records, an imprint of London Records.
Era with Aquarius Records
After being noticed at the RPM convention held in Toronto, Teaze secured a contract with Aquarius Records. This label took over the band’s management and rights from Force One Records. Their most recognized single, the ballad "Sweet Misery," originated from their sophomore album, On The Loose.
In 1977, the band moved to Montreal and embarked on extensive tours throughout Canada and the United States, achieving modest results. Their significant breakthrough occurred during a ten-day tour in Japan in September 1978, where enthusiastic audiences inspired the release of the live album Tour Of Japan.
While based in Montreal, they worked alongside Myles Goodwyn of April Wine, who produced the album One Night Stands. This record adopted a more serious style and was their only album distributed internationally and in the U.S. through Capitol/Aquarius Records. Despite touring globally, widespread commercial success remained limited.
Their last studio effort, Body Shots, produced by Nick Blagona, did not achieve commercial hits. After Brian Danter left to focus on religious pursuits, Aquarius Records chose to terminate their contract due to challenges in replacing him, leading to the group’s dissolution.
Post-Breakup Developments
Following the split, Myles Goodwyn produced two greatest hits collections released by Aquarius. Among these, A Taste Of Teaze became their top-selling compilation.
The track "Heartless World" from One Night Stands was featured in the 1997 Canadian horror anthology film Twists of Terror and later appeared in the 2014 Icelandic film Málmhaus (also known as Metalhead).
Teaze reassembled in 2019 with plans for live shows across Europe slated for 2020. As of 2025, they remain active performers.
Current Lineup
- Brian Danter – Bass guitar and vocals
- Mark Bradac – Guitar
- Chuck Lambrick – Guitar
- Jim Bonventre – Drums
Former Members
- Chuck Price – Guitar
- Mike Kozak – Drums
Studio and Live Albums
- Teaze (1977)
- On The Loose (1978)
- Tour Of Japan (1979)
- One Night Stands (1979)
- Body Shots (1980)
- Live At Liege (2025)
Compilation Albums
- A Taste Of Teaze (1981)
- Best Of Teaze (1990)