Blackjack

Mainstream hard rock band Blackjack, comprising Paul Martin (guitar), Gavin Dempsey (vocals, guitar), Scott Davies (bass) and William Hammond Parker (drums), released their first single Outta Here in the early 1990's, and their first album Deal in 1993. They released several singles including Spinning Wheel and Key to the Shade in 1994. Pete Westbury (drums; formerly of Nod and Sticky Filth) joined for their second album, Kicasso d'Muse, released in 1995 on Hark Records. Gavin left soon after release, replaced by Kerry LeLievre. A third album, Occult Ritual was released in 1998. Their song Liar Liar was included on the 2004 New Zealand Metal Vol. 1 compilation. Paul Martin is now in the band World War Four.