The Swedish hard rock band Zan Clan was formed in the early 90s by former Shotgun Messiah and Grand Slam member Zinny. J. Zan (born Bo Stagman) as the latter act dissolved. A debut album was released in 1994. After a long period of silence Zinny resurrected Zan Clan in May 2003 together with guitarist Chris Laney and a new album is being worked on. In early May 2005 they signed a record deal with Perris Records.