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Billy Talent’s new album Billy Talent II, is the Toronto-based band’s first new music since the 2003 release of their breakthrough self-titled debut. Billy Talent II sees the band taking punk to new heights, amplifying the explosive energy and earnest lyricism that made their debut an international sensation. Powerful new songs like "Devil In A Midnight Mass," "Surrender" and "Red Flag" are alive with the band’s personal blend of angular angst and irresistible popcraft, all given distinctive focus via singer Ben Kowalewicz’ inventive, issues-oriented songwriting.

Billy Talent delivers a rock-intensive and at times eclectic disc that highlights the group's inability to write songs that have depth or elements of surprise. True, "In The Fall" has a hook that's as catchy as a soccer anthem and the anti-scenester rant "The Red Flag" proves excitingly attitudinal and carries with it a spot on Clash-meets-Green Day vibe; "Falling Leaves" and "Perfect World" demonstrate the unit's knack for crafting ear-perking opening riffs. But each of those tunes––and virtually all those found on II (save the closing "Burn The Evidence")––run out of gas by the end of the first chorus which is consistently placed as close to the front of the track as possible. All that adds up to a highly infectious but equally formulaic record that could have been recorded by a thousand other punk-influenced bands.––Jedd Beaudoin

Having toured with such like-minded artists as Buzzcocks, as well as performing at the legendary Lollapalooza Tour on the second stage the four man punk rock 'n' roll band known as Billy Talent have secured a reputation as one of today's most vital new combos. Their self-titled Atlantic Records debut features 12 surging songs that capture the band's distinct sound including 'Try Honesty', 'This Is How It Goes' & 'The Ex'. Includes enhanced material. Atlantic. 2003.

Talent are set release "666", a 2 disc live DVD and CD, through Atlantic Records on 26 November. Renowned for delivering an unfailingly explosive and inimitable live performance, "666" captures the heart of Billy Talent to perfection. DVD 1 is a recording of their triumphant Brixton Academy show which took place in Feburary of this year whilst DVD 2 features their full Düsseldorf show from earlier this year along with 6 tracks recorded at MTV's Rock Am Ring festival in June. The CD features the full Düsseldorf show. "666" includes live versions of the formidable singles from last year's Billy Talent II - 'Devil In A Midnight Mass' , 'Red Flag'', "Fallen Leaves" and "Surrender", as well as crowd favourites 'Try Honesty' and 'The Ex' from their eponymous debut album. 2007 has seen Billy Talent take their intoxicating brand of raw power punk to an ever-expanding fanbase, wrapping up over 12 months of sold out tour dates with unanimously-applauded Carling Weekend appearances. Billy Talent are a truly unique band, and their live performance has been integral to seeing them carve their niche, "666" is a fitting tribute to this, and reaffirms that Billy Talent are a band like no other.

Billy Talent’s new album Billy Talent II, is the Toronto-based band’s first new music since the 2003 release of their breakthrough self-titled debut. Billy Talent II sees the band taking punk to new heights, amplifying the explosive energy and earnest lyricism that made their debut an international sensation. Powerful new songs like "Devil In A Midnight Mass," "Surrender" and "Red Flag" are alive with the band’s personal blend of angular angst and irresistible popcraft, all given distinctive focus via singer Ben Kowalewicz’ inventive, issues-oriented songwriting.

Billy Talent delivers a rock-intensive and at times eclectic disc that highlights the group's inability to write songs that have depth or elements of surprise. True, "In The Fall" has a hook that's as catchy as a soccer anthem and the anti-scenester rant "The Red Flag" proves excitingly attitudinal and carries with it a spot on Clash-meets-Green Day vibe; "Falling Leaves" and "Perfect World" demonstrate the unit's knack for crafting ear-perking opening riffs. But each of those tunes––and virtually all those found on II (save the closing "Burn The Evidence")––run out of gas by the end of the first chorus which is consistently placed as close to the front of the track as possible. All that adds up to a highly infectious but equally formulaic record that could have been recorded by a thousand other punk-influenced bands.––Jedd Beaudoin