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. The band consists of R.P. Fogarty on vocals and guitar, Mikey Valentine on guitar and backing vocals, Pauly Valentine on drums, and Alec Valentine on standup bass.

History

Switchblade Valentines was formed in 2004. Fogarty left the band for a short time but eventually rejoined. The band performed around Vancouver in 2005 and in 2007. That year their EP ''Through the Flames'' was released; the band toured on the east coast in support of recording.

Discography

*2005: ''ST'' *2007: ''Through Flames'' EP

Compilations

*2005: ''Zombie Night in Canada Vol. 2'' (Stumble Records) * 2006: ''Cavalcade of the Scars'' (Self Righteous)"Various Artists: Cavalcade of the Scars"
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Band members

Current members

*R.P. Fogerty:

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*Mikey Valentine:

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*Pauly Valentine:

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*Alec Valentine:

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References

External links

Switchblade Valentines
Official website
Switchblade Valentines
at Myspace
Switchblade Valentines
on

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