Mike Derks (musician)

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Mike Derks
Mike Derks, out of costume, holding the Balsac head in 2002
Background information
Also known as	Balsac the Jaws of Death
Born	(1968-06-28) June 28, 1968 (age 56)[1]
Genres	Crossover thrash hardcore punk shock rock
Occupation(s)	Guitarist
Years active	1985–present
Labels	Metal Blade Records DRT Entertainment Slave Pit Inc.
Member of	Gwar X-Cops
Formerly of	Dave Brockie Experience
Website	Gwar official site

Mike Derks (born June 28, 1968;^[1] also known by his stage name Balsac the Jaws of Death, stylized BälSäc the Jaws ‘o Death) is an American guitarist, best known as the rhythm guitarist in the American heavy metal band Gwar since 1988. On stage he appears as a humanoid creature with a face resembling a bear-trap, usually portrayed wielding an enormous battleaxe.