Starz (band)

Starz
The group's logo
Background information
OriginNew Jersey, U.S.
GenresHard rock, power pop, heavy metal
Years active1975–1979, 1980, 1990–1992, 2003–present
LabelsCapitol Records
Members
  • Richie Ranno
  • Joe X. Dube
  • Doug Palmer
  • Jason Draven
  • Chris Tristram
Past members
  • Michael Lee Smith
  • Brendan Harkin
  • Pieter Sweval
  • Orville Davis
  • Doug Madick
  • Alex Kane
  • Bobby Messano

Starz is an American hard rock and power pop band from New Jersey. Despite a lack of major commercial success, the band has a lasting cult following and has been cited as a major influence by bands such as Mötley Crüe, Poison, Bon Jovi, and Twisted Sister.