Molotov Valentine is a blazing modern rock band from Baltimore, Maryland. Formed in November 2005, Molotov Valentine combines potent songcraft with blistering instrumental performance. Drawing upon rock influences as diverse as Foo Fighters, Steve Vai, Guns N Roses and Rancid (as well as countless other artists from many other genres), Molotov Valentine combines driving rock with pop sensibility and stellar musicianship.

Dave Schmelick (vocals / guitars) and Dane Runyon (guitars) are both originally from Shadyside, Ohio. In addition to writing and performing together in the past, each has also followed successful independent paths. Dave performed with several bands in college and graduate school at Ohio University, and Dane earned his degree in Contemporary Writing and Production at the Berklee College of Music. In short, each of them have worked tirelessly to create their own unique styles of guitar playing.

Patrick Jenkins (bass) and Enzo Ferroggiaro (drums) were both discovered by Dave and Dane in Baltimore via CraigsList.org. Patrick's musical past includes study at the Peabody Institute in Baltimore and touring with several symphony orchestras. Further, he has played bass in numerous rock, jazz and punk bands, and is also an avid composer of electronic / techno music. Enzo has taken lessons from various drummers and jammed with different style of bands around the MD/DC area and also in his native Chile.