Brian William Smith (born March 26, 1949) is a British–Canadian guitarist, known for being a founding member of the rock band Trooper.
He graduated from Vancouver City College with a degree in Arts and Merchandising, but his love of music led him along another route.
He also received three SOCAN Classic Awards for "Raise A Little Hell", "General Hand Grenade", and "Janine", co-written with songwriting partner Ra McGuire.
[9][10] Brian and his wife Joanne have been married for 55 years together, he is three times grandfather and his granddaughters have inspired him to stay healthy and to continue creating.
They are both healthy and happy, they've just decided that this is the best time to step back from the road and enjoy the life that this unplanned time-off has dropped them into.
They send their love to all their fans, friends, and everyone with whom they've shared the joyous, rockin', love-filled cross-Canada party that is Trooper.