Wow, what a great time it was to watch these guys. I remember going to a party on Green Road in Batavia that theys guys played at. I remember lots of police at the end!
We used too ride our choppers to a bar called WAVERLY BEACH in Beloit WI. Drank Jack and smoked weed with Dirty Dan and Gill T. Those days will never come back but i'm glad I was there. The music, the girls, the Mary Jane, the way life was supposed to be..
I roadied for a band during this period that opened for The Boyzz a few times. The band would just about shit themselves having to go on before these guys......
I remember seeing the Boyzz at Haymakers in wheeling back in the 70`s. They really kicked ass.I remember one one of the highlights of there shows was when they did Jumpin Jack Flash.
I remember seeing the Boyzz at Haymakers in wheeling back in the 70`s. They really kicked ass.I remember one one of the highlights of there shows was when they did Jumpin Jack Flash
I'm sure nobody's interested to know this, but I am proud to say that the drummer of the BOYZZ is my papa. Isn't my daddio awsome on the drums!!!!!!!!
@coopscool1982 I saw your Dad play a lot with the Boyzz and then got to know and hang out with him when he was with Deluxury. He was a VERY cool cat! Would like to touch base with him again someday is he still living in the St Charels area?
@TheFireWithin2779 That's just dumb! The band broke up because we weren't any good any more for each other. The band grew apart and it =was no good for the artist's.
"Destined To Die" is one of the greatest rock anthems ever written, and The Boyzz were the baddest ass live band ever to walk the planet. I was blessed to have been there, to have experienced the raw unleashed magnificence of this classic band. To see them destroy the local bars around Chicago in the 70's was memorable to say the least. There was never a band that could touch them and probably hasen't been since.
Yeh, I remember ole Gil Piney from School (west aurora high), I also remember Tafoya on Dick Clarks american bandstand with his spin off band The BZZZZZ's
if any of the band members watch this. my dad is from illinois. some of u guys used to hang out at his house back then. his name is Scott King. U used to hang with his brother Tad King.
my mom and dad knew these guys well. Dan buck ,david angel, hell kent cooper used to babysit me when i was a youngster..if anyone knows how i can get in touch with these guys it would be much appreciated..
@coopscool1982 My name is donovan, ASk youre dad if he remembers lynn and lance elam.if he does we can swap .emails . my mom would probably giggle like a schoolgirl to chat with youre dad..alot of good times back then.get back with me,,,
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe he streamlined his name to Tony Hall, and he does the music the for Fox-Tv program "Cops". Pretty sweet gig, I'm sure.
glad you're still around! i worked for tafoya/angel on the lighting for a few gigs (malo's, the uprising in dekalb, etc.). don't know if you remember me-names brad- but you know i was always a big boyzz fan as well as this being my fave song! if you remember, i always asked you to play the guitar break from "dtd" during soundchecks, haha. hope everyone is good & healthy. hope to see you around sometime. brad
Its too bad this band broke up. Should have gone on to be one of the best rock bands in history. If they would have toured , and released a second album, the would have been headlining arenas.
Dirty Dan's solo band does the original lineup no justice. Mike Tafoya's band is pretty damn good I must say. But I wish the Boyzz would get back together for a reunion :)
I agree with you. I spent many a Boyzz gig right up front. Those gigs are cemented in my memories for the rest of my life. There will never be another band like them. Nothing like their brand of rock at 120 decibels.
I don't remember the headhunters, but do you remember Swiss Tyme? 3 Hot blond musician sisters who rocked the Fox Valley? Feeling a twitch in my trousers just thinking about them.
Mike,I never saw this.Are there more? That KICKED ASS!! You guys were at the top of your game.I got the copy of the 2nd half of the B'ZZ on American Bandstand.I just saw Tommy & he said he has the whole thing.Eddie Dimitri (Deemie)Why?
What a place for a Boyzz show. What about Fatty's Malo's and The Likely Story. I remember partying with Tafoya behind the Likely Story, he and Gil are some good guys. To bad things ended the way they did.
Tafoya is a diamond in the roff when it comes to guitar players. So many people should watch this video to witness the rock god Tafoya is!! Just look at how cool and confident Tafoya is, up on that stage. What an amazing guitarist. People take notice of this guitar god, for he is the rockstar that many people should get to know!
That was Mark Bales. What a cool dude!! I felt no disrespect. We're ( Dave and I ) just would like to set the record straight that Dirt's project is and never was the Boyzz and though I wish them all well this should be known! LOL That evening at (Midnight) was Gilly's 22nd birthday and he and I missed the bus (tour bus that is) back to the hotel and Cleveland was a place not to be stuck in the dark. If you know what I mean. Mmm..
I hear ya on that! THis is the original Boyzz, hence why I said it was the shit! This is the real orginal lineup. Kick ass!! Thank you for posting these great memories. I wish that this lineup was still together. Mr. Tafoya, you are great in this video, you are the guitar player wizard!
I was trying to put a title up that would move it to the first page of videos when one typed in "The Boyzz". Believe me, I meant NO disrespect. And yes, Tafoya was DANGEROUS in those days. Still remember the guy who would throw picks to him, and he would catch them and not miss a beat. Truly a PHENOM!!
When I first saw that, at the Likely Story, it just blew me away. I'm a big fan of power chords. Stll am after 40 years of playing. You guys were the epitome of power. It's been a while, and even though I was always herbally polluted, I still remember all of the shows.
Visions of 1979. Lot's of Jack shot...and other recreational.'s .......Hoochie Koochie! David Angels bass....Tafoya...crazy...
JohnnyJames7 1 month ago
THE BOYZZ WERE THE BEST BACK IN THE DAY! TON OF ENERGY ALL NIGHT!!!
PURPLHEZ1 1 month ago
Wow, what a great time it was to watch these guys. I remember going to a party on Green Road in Batavia that theys guys played at. I remember lots of police at the end!
SweigertTV1 6 months ago
This is my Cuzzy (cousin) Danny Buyck. This is the first time I got to see & hear him play!
ArtistJoyJohnson 8 months ago
We used too ride our choppers to a bar called WAVERLY BEACH in Beloit WI. Drank Jack and smoked weed with Dirty Dan and Gill T. Those days will never come back but i'm glad I was there. The music, the girls, the Mary Jane, the way life was supposed to be..
magnumfour88 1 year ago 13
The Boyzz were the SHIT. Their albom production didnt come close to capturing their energy live. Rockin at its finest.
mtl681700 1 year ago
I roadied for a band during this period that opened for The Boyzz a few times. The band would just about shit themselves having to go on before these guys......
leftchicago 1 year ago
one word aurora,il. the likley story remember the good old days!
taylordude46 1 year ago
I had the priviledge of having The Boyzz play in my backyard!!! F'in love these guys!!! Still have their 8-track....
partygirlforever7788 1 year ago
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I remember seeing the Boyzz at Haymakers in wheeling back in the 70`s. They really kicked ass.I remember one one of the highlights of there shows was when they did Jumpin Jack Flash.
kevoinc 1 year ago
I remember seeing the Boyzz at Haymakers in wheeling back in the 70`s. They really kicked ass.I remember one one of the highlights of there shows was when they did Jumpin Jack Flash
kevoinc 1 year ago
This is a pretty good rock band. Does anyboy know why they never made it?
baldguyshavemorefun 1 year ago
The Thirsty Whale ruled!!
greggagnesucks 1 year ago
I wish I had all the money I spent at Hooker Lake Inn....We Never missed the Boyzz when they came around....Some wild Friggn nites
jedifabri 1 year ago
@jedifabri Hooker Lake Inn Battle ground of Wis and Ill Parking lot you could always count on 3 to 4 blood bath fights
mwjsone 1 year ago
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herzing455 1 year ago
The Brat Stop Special!!!
grandbbq 1 year ago
Used to see them at the Edgewater, and other border bars.!!!!
grandbbq 1 year ago
I'm sure nobody's interested to know this, but I am proud to say that the drummer of the BOYZZ is my papa. Isn't my daddio awsome on the drums!!!!!!!!
coopscool1982 1 year ago
@coopscool1982 I saw your Dad play a lot with the Boyzz and then got to know and hang out with him when he was with Deluxury. He was a VERY cool cat! Would like to touch base with him again someday is he still living in the St Charels area?
Overboost44 1 year ago
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Dirty Dan was the soul of the Boyzz,shame on those who were jealous of him and ruined the band.
tallatron 2 years ago
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tallatron 2 years ago
my friend said..I don't see what the big deal with The Boyzz was...watch this and have a big bowl of shut the fuck up
troytison63 2 years ago 5
well put.
mesastorm 2 years ago
@troytison63 could not have said it better
djh508 1 year ago
They should have stuck together, most ignorant thing they could have done was break up.
TheFireWithin2779 2 years ago
@TheFireWithin2779 That's just dumb! The band broke up because we weren't any good any more for each other. The band grew apart and it =was no good for the artist's.
Mike
TafoyasLostBoyzz 1 year ago
@TafoyasLostBoyzz What the hell are you talking about?
TafoyasLostBoyzz 1 year ago
"Destined To Die" is one of the greatest rock anthems ever written, and The Boyzz were the baddest ass live band ever to walk the planet. I was blessed to have been there, to have experienced the raw unleashed magnificence of this classic band. To see them destroy the local bars around Chicago in the 70's was memorable to say the least. There was never a band that could touch them and probably hasen't been since.
peteberwick 2 years ago 5
I couldn't have said it better myself. I too was there. High-decibel insane energy!
mesastorm 2 years ago
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@peteberwick Then why did they go no where?
baldguyshavemorefun 1 year ago
@peteberwick
have to agree
can't believe it took me this long to hunt them down on youtube, but i use'd to see these guys all the time
at haymakers, thisty whale and in twin lakes wis
some kick ass chicago rock
entercontainment 1 year ago
Awesome.....my youth :-)
8976010 2 years ago
Anyone remember Black Cat? They used to open a bunch of shows. Great cover band.
daddypez 2 years ago
@daddypez
I so remember Black Cat. Also, Sluggo and Hurricane.
Some of the best bar bands ever.Great as they were. no one could touch The Boyzz!
cinco150 2 years ago
Yeh, I remember ole Gil Piney from School (west aurora high), I also remember Tafoya on Dick Clarks american bandstand with his spin off band The BZZZZZ's
TheChickenscraps 2 years ago
if any of the band members watch this. my dad is from illinois. some of u guys used to hang out at his house back then. his name is Scott King. U used to hang with his brother Tad King.
thekiiing630 2 years ago
@thekiiing630 I will have to ask my dad if he remembers anyone by that name...He was the drummer.
coopscool1982 1 year ago
Great Stuff!! Back in the day I got the album and loved it...
imyourtrash 2 years ago
My husband saw these guys at least a dozen times. Too bad that was before I met him! Thanks for posting!!
shelley9000 2 years ago
p.s.......
yeah, mark bales IS one of a kind.
anyone know what he's up to nowadays?
haven't seen him since he bought the scooter. hope he's o.k.
nitrohuffer1320 2 years ago
anyone notice the guy introducing the band? i believe thats meatloaf.
nitrohuffer1320 2 years ago
Yep, thats Meatloaf. And lets face it, he looks like he's flying higher than a kite. Any recollections Mr. Tafoya?
mesastorm 2 years ago 2
@mesastorm Yes, He was
TafoyasLostBoyzz 1 year ago
@mesastorm Yes, He was. He took ours.
TafoyasLostBoyzz 1 year ago
my mom and dad knew these guys well. Dan buck ,david angel, hell kent cooper used to babysit me when i was a youngster..if anyone knows how i can get in touch with these guys it would be much appreciated..
djh508 2 years ago
Didn't Cooper live on the corner of 3rd and Horne in St. Charles?
pieguy3 2 years ago
Key in: Tafoyas Lost Boyzz (on this website) and write your request. Mike
Tafoya knows who is where. The Boyzz
rocked in their day-loved it!
wjv4me 2 years ago
@djh508 You have to let me know who you are....Kent Cooper is my dad. That would be awsome to have you guys meet up again.
coopscool1982 1 year ago
@coopscool1982 My name is donovan, ASk youre dad if he remembers lynn and lance elam.if he does we can swap .emails . my mom would probably giggle like a schoolgirl to chat with youre dad..alot of good times back then.get back with me,,,
djh508 1 year ago
@djh508 I knew Lance romance
TafoyasLostBoyzz 1 year ago
the singer sounds like he's dyin, but he looks in good shape here.
stevehauk 2 years ago
Whatever happened to Anatoli Halinkovitch???? (from Dickidee DooDah)
dickstock 2 years ago
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe he streamlined his name to Tony Hall, and he does the music the for Fox-Tv program "Cops". Pretty sweet gig, I'm sure.
mesastorm 2 years ago
my dad knew these guys personally. (styx, too!!)
BlackSabbathRockR19 2 years ago
Jerri passed away last year and i have talked to Terri recently.
TafoyasLostBoyzz 2 years ago
hi mike.
glad you're still around! i worked for tafoya/angel on the lighting for a few gigs (malo's, the uprising in dekalb, etc.). don't know if you remember me-names brad- but you know i was always a big boyzz fan as well as this being my fave song! if you remember, i always asked you to play the guitar break from "dtd" during soundchecks, haha. hope everyone is good & healthy. hope to see you around sometime. brad
nitrohuffer1320 2 years ago
This song is called Destined To Die
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago 2
nice firebird mike.... looks nice on ya
biggun1225 3 years ago 3
Its too bad this band broke up. Should have gone on to be one of the best rock bands in history. If they would have toured , and released a second album, the would have been headlining arenas.
Dirty Dan's solo band does the original lineup no justice. Mike Tafoya's band is pretty damn good I must say. But I wish the Boyzz would get back together for a reunion :)
TheFireWithin2779 3 years ago
I agree with you. I spent many a Boyzz gig right up front. Those gigs are cemented in my memories for the rest of my life. There will never be another band like them. Nothing like their brand of rock at 120 decibels.
mesastorm 3 years ago
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TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
Saw their final show at Beginnings in Schaumburg during the summer of 1980. The Boyzz could bring it!
kiegoencre 3 years ago 2
Any of you guys remember "the headhunters"? The girls, not the band...LOL
Grantalonus 3 years ago
From?
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
Headhunters= groupies with one specialty who hung around, Fatty's, Malo's etc. I can't remember their names but they (2) were blond and hot!
Grantalonus 3 years ago
Sorry, i wish i could help. I mean it I'm sorry.LOL
MT
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
I don't remember the headhunters, but do you remember Swiss Tyme? 3 Hot blond musician sisters who rocked the Fox Valley? Feeling a twitch in my trousers just thinking about them.
mesastorm 3 years ago
WOW brings back many memories.....
Psweigert 3 years ago 10
Mike,I never saw this.Are there more? That KICKED ASS!! You guys were at the top of your game.I got the copy of the 2nd half of the B'ZZ on American Bandstand.I just saw Tommy & he said he has the whole thing.Eddie Dimitri (Deemie)Why?
nickeychevy60 3 years ago 7
Ive posted 2 more vids from that show.
mesastorm 3 years ago
AWESOME! Thanks Mesa
nickeychevy60 3 years ago 4
Hey, nickeychevy60 would you like a copy of this dvd
gdafu2 3 years ago
Yea.I'm a good friend of Mike's.I have to ask him if he has it.What do you need for it?
nickeychevy60 3 years ago 2
I know you! I think??
M.T.
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
Wow like going back in time !!,Too all my old front row friends I miss you we did rock the joint when our Boyzz played huh...Chicago Mike Sansone
chicagomikeinphoenix 3 years ago 4
Amen Mike! I'm a transplanted Chicagoan in San Diego, CA. Saw them at a dive bar/pit(!)
called "The Opposition Bar" (lower leve of the Aurora Hotel. Prob. both long demo'd. by now. ANYONE EVER GO THERE IF YOU READ THIS?
Great upload-miss our Boyzz from Illinoiz!
Best,
W
wjv4me 3 years ago 4
The Building is still there. Reminds me of Dan davis and Dane Nations, good times. That was 1975. MMmmmm.......
M.T.
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
flashback time! i saw them at the Mug in Aurora more then once, Best bar band ever, now That joint(the Mug) mysteriously burned down--HA!
checkurmayancalendar 3 years ago 4
You're right on about the bar. I wondered about that also. I was in the B'zz and we heard sbout it from L.A. and wondered???? Mmmmm....
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago 2
The Opposition,
What a place for a Boyzz show. What about Fatty's Malo's and The Likely Story. I remember partying with Tafoya behind the Likely Story, he and Gil are some good guys. To bad things ended the way they did.
I have this whole DVD thanks to M.T.
gdafu2 3 years ago 5
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TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
The Boyzz, Destined to Die! This is such a classic video of them at their very best! I love this!!!
RockNRoll2008 3 years ago 3
Tafoya is a diamond in the roff when it comes to guitar players. So many people should watch this video to witness the rock god Tafoya is!! Just look at how cool and confident Tafoya is, up on that stage. What an amazing guitarist. People take notice of this guitar god, for he is the rockstar that many people should get to know!
Val6987 3 years ago 3
That was Mark Bales. What a cool dude!! I felt no disrespect. We're ( Dave and I ) just would like to set the record straight that Dirt's project is and never was the Boyzz and though I wish them all well this should be known! LOL That evening at (Midnight) was Gilly's 22nd birthday and he and I missed the bus (tour bus that is) back to the hotel and Cleveland was a place not to be stuck in the dark. If you know what I mean. Mmm..
Mike Tafoya
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
I hear ya on that! THis is the original Boyzz, hence why I said it was the shit! This is the real orginal lineup. Kick ass!! Thank you for posting these great memories. I wish that this lineup was still together. Mr. Tafoya, you are great in this video, you are the guitar player wizard!
Val6987 3 years ago 2
That's Not DIRTY DAN AND THE BOYZZ!!!
IT'S THE BOYZZ The REAL DEAL from 1978.He's (Dirt)the singer of the Boyzz!! Simple as THAT!! We wrote that in 1976 and the lyrics came after.
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
I was trying to put a title up that would move it to the first page of videos when one typed in "The Boyzz". Believe me, I meant NO disrespect. And yes, Tafoya was DANGEROUS in those days. Still remember the guy who would throw picks to him, and he would catch them and not miss a beat. Truly a PHENOM!!
mesastorm 3 years ago
Mark Bales threw the picks from the side.
M.T.
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
When I first saw that, at the Likely Story, it just blew me away. I'm a big fan of power chords. Stll am after 40 years of playing. You guys were the epitome of power. It's been a while, and even though I was always herbally polluted, I still remember all of the shows.
mesastorm 3 years ago
Sorry for not getting back to you sooner, I'm working for Gibson at the Blues Fest in Chicago at the Crossroads Stage.
TafoyasLostBoyzz 3 years ago
Now that is the shit!
Val6987 3 years ago 3