Ricochet!

Shiny Toy Guns

About Ricochet!

"Ricochet!" is the first single from Shiny Toy Guns' second album Season of Poison. The single peaked #17 on the Alternative Songs Chart. It is their highest charting single to date on the Alternative Songs Chart.


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Shiny Toy Guns

Shiny Toy Guns is an American rock band that formed in 2002 in Los Angeles, California. They released their first studio album We Are Pilots in 2006, after recording it two previous times. It featured three singles that peaked inside the top 30 in the Alternative Songs Chart.We Are Pilots was nominated for a Grammy Award. Their second album Season of Poison was released in 2008 and featured two singles that peaked inside the top 30 in the Alternative Songs Chart. more »

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Release Information
"Ricochet!" is a song by the American electronic rock band Shiny Toy Guns. It was released in 2009 as the second single from their second studio album, "Season of Poison."
Music Video
The music video for "Ricochet!" was directed by Clint Catalyst and Star St. Germain. It features a concept of post-apocalypse where the band members are the last survivors on Earth.
Band Members Playing Roles
In the "Ricochet!" music video, each member of the Shiny Toy Guns band plays a unique character. Chad Petree plays the role of a vagabond, Carah Faye Charnow a sniper, Jeremy Dawson a medic, and Mikey Martin a mechanic.
Lyrics & Sound
"Ricochet!" is known for its powerful electronic beats, energetic guitars, and synthesizers. The lyrics tell a story of a tumultuous relationship, using the metaphor of a ricocheting bullet.
Airplay and Reception
Despite not being as commercially successful as their earlier hits like "Le Disko" and "You Are the One," "Ricochet!" received ample airplay on alternative rock radio stations and was well-received by critics.
Band Formation
Shiny Toy Guns was formed in California in 2002, comprising of members Chad Petree, Jeremy Dawson, Mikey Martin, and Carah Faye Charnow. "Ricochet!" was released during Carah Faye Charnow's first stint with the band, before she left in 2008 and returned in 2011.
Live Performances
"Ricochet!" is a crowd favorite during live performances and is included in setlists of several Shiny Toy Guns' concerts. Fans often anticipate the band's lively performance of this track.
Contribution to Album
"Ricochet!" played a significant role in developing the overall sound for the "Seasons of Poison" album, helping the band maintain a balance between their electronic and rock influences.
Use in Media
While not ubiquitous in media, the song "Ricochet!" has been featured in various compilations and playlists, further increasing its reach and popularity.
Ricochet Effect Reference
The title of the song and the prevalent theme of a ricocheting bullet is seen as a symbol for the band's dynamic and energetic music style.

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