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Strapping Young Lad was a Canadian extreme metal band formed by Devin Townsend in Vancouver in 1994. Initially a solo project, Townsend recorded most instruments on the 1995 debut album "Heavy as a Really Heavy Thing." In 1997, he assembled a permanent lineup with guitarist Jed Simon, bassist Byron Stroud, and drummer Gene Hoglan. Their second album, "City," received critical acclaim and is considered their best work. The band was known for its industrial thrash metal sound and intense live performances. After releasing five studio albums, the band disbanded in 2007. The products available from the artist Strapping Young Lad include vinyls, CDs.
