Once the music starts the eyes will never leave the stage. Distant Lights is a union of schooled and seasoned musicians with high ideals and extreme musical standards. The ensemble forges its music collaboratively through fiery debates and uncompromising flashes of true inspiration yielding polished and luring performances.
Their first record, to be released 3/21/08, is a concept album produced by David Dreesen of Jacketweather Studio. Based upon the band’s politically conscientious viewpoints, the album tells a musical story of a fictional society hypnotized by the propaganda of mass media. Each song has an accompanying work of art that highlights the scenarios depicted in the music.
The band breaks the mold by featuring cellist Jon Dexter, soloist of Richard Linklater’s A Scanner Darkly, as an example of artistry never before seen in a rock ensemble. Lead vocalist Gabriel Fry captivates audiences with his unique ability to saturate melodies with pure emotion. Songwriter Gaelan Bellamy packs an arsenal of powerful lead guitar abilities, backing vocals, and writing techniques that fuse with the avant-garde, metal driven chance composition of award winning bassist Sam Marshall. These elements combined with the tasteful, virtuosic drumming of Chris Hynes, weave an intricate foundation that characterizes the Distant Lights sound.
The members of the band have had many other musical accomplishments prior to Distant Lights. The fans gathered from these other projects have kept Distant Lights’ shows well attended and have kept expectations high for their upcoming album. Distant Lights is planning a U.S. tour beginning spring of 2008.
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alastriona says
Oh, by the way, when this year do you plan on coming out with your concept album? I definitely plan on purchasing it! Your music is amazing! I've only found you all maybe a week ago, and I think you've already become my favorite band. :Palastriona says
What happened to your myspace account? I tried checking your page again because it said that one of your songs (Metamorphosis) was deleted by the user, and lo and behold, there is no Distant Lights myspace page. Did something happen? I must hear your music!TREVENO™ says
"Artifice" is bold and intoxicating to the core!!!Well crafted production!!
The Altruistic Messiah ~ Ben Vandagriff ~ The CEO of Rock & Roll ! says
I managed to drop 10 spots while composing the following spam . . .As much as I like to do nothing ~ I'm soooo lazy ~ I usually just stay in bed. ( & NO ~ I didn't make it ~ but in this case ~ I guess that I will lay in it !)
People have often told me I could even screw up a wet dream, & yet I simply had to do something ~ as my elevated status in the rock pile competition must have ~ somehow managed to actually light a fire under my little ( & ladies ~ did I mention quite attractive ~ because if I did ~ I'd lied) behind.
I've just added two new songs to my page, & the remaining four tunes were added last week.
I guess I'm merely trying to raise the bar ~ at least for myself ~ & not just rest on my already posted older material ~ so we will see how this goes* ~ & thank you for listening !
* see my Bio
Delvin Sirleaf says
Just came to show your page some love and support. Please come check out my new single entitled “Do You” when you have time. Happy Holidays!Much Love, Peace!
- Delvin
The Altruistic Messiah ~ Ben Vandagriff ~ The CEO of Rock & Roll ! says
Nice entry for the SPIN HOT PURSUIT ROCK PILE!Distant Lights is always welcome in my Ashram / Asylum !
Vitaly Nurk says
..review..well..
cool, good, dynamic, super rock
Thankls
Ricky Sparks says
Great music guys, quite impressive!More people need to hear you for sure.
Best of luck!
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