Billy Talent is a Canadian rock band from Mississauga, Ontario, formed in 1993. The lineup centers on vocalist Benjamin Kowalewicz, guitarist Ian D'Sa, bassist Jonathan Gallant, and drummer Aaron Solowoniuk. Before adopting the Billy Talent name, the group released early material under the name Pezz, including Watoosh! in 1999. Their first album under the Billy Talent name arrived in 2003, establishing their signature mix of punk rock, alternative rock, and post-hardcore.
Their catalog includes the self-titled debut Billy Talent (2003), Billy Talent II (2006), Billy Talent III (2009), Dead Silence (2012), Afraid of Heights (2016), and Crisis of Faith (2022). For fans, the most recognized era is the run from Billy Talent through Billy Talent II, which solidified their place in Canadian rock. In January 2026, the band announced tour dates tied to the 20th anniversary of Billy Talent II, and scheduled joint shows with Alexisonfire where each band performed a landmark 2006 album in full. Some 2026 reporting indicated the band planned to return to the studio after the anniversary run for a follow-up to Crisis of Faith.