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- • Dangerous Toys formed in Austin, Texas, from the ashes of two local bands.
- • Their self-titled debut album reached Gold status faster than many glam metal contemporaries.
- • Singer Jason McMaster auditioned for Skid Row before forming Dangerous Toys.
- • The band's sound blended glam metal aesthetics with a Texas blues-rock edge.
- • MTV's "Headbangers Ball" heavily promoted their music videos, boosting popularity.
- • Dangerous Toys toured with major acts like Bon Jovi, Alice Cooper, and Def Leppard.
- • Their song "Teas'n, Pleas'n" featured a memorable guitar riff and suggestive lyrics.
- • Despite initial success, lineup changes plagued them throughout their career.
- • They contributed a cover of "Saturday Night Special" to a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute album.
- • Dangerous Toys remains a cult favorite, celebrated for their raw, energetic sound.
- • Dangerous Toys formed in Austin, Texas, after singer Jason McMaster left Watchtower.
- • Their self-titled debut album sold over 300,000 copies, fueled by MTV airplay.
- • The band's sound blended hard rock with elements of blues and glam metal.
- • Guitarist Scott Dalhover co-wrote "Teas'n, Pleas'n" with producer Max Norman.
- • Dangerous Toys toured extensively with bands like Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, and Alice Cooper.
- • Their song "Scared" was featured in the horror film "Shocker" by Wes Craven.
- • Despite initial success, lineup changes plagued the band throughout their career.
- • The band briefly reunited in the late 90s with a slightly altered lineup.
- • Dangerous Toys never achieved platinum status, despite significant early buzz.
- • Jason McMaster's distinctive vocals remain a defining characteristic of their sound.
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