If you ask him why he keeps writing music, you'll always get the same simple answer: "I don't know why… I just have to." With a drive and a vision that comes straight from the very depths of his soul, Dalton Grant is a great songwriter and an even better live performer. He has toured throughout the US along side such bands as The Kings of Leon, Tonic, Hoobastank, and Stone Temple Pilots. Maybe you've even heard his music on one of your favorite tv teen dramas or an ABC after school special. His first full-length record, "Opium", was produced by Bill Bell (Jason Mraz, Alex Lifeson, Justin Nozuka...) and was immediately noticed by music supervisors throughout Los Angeles. His song "Smile", which was co-written by Tom Cochrane, was featured on One Tree Hill and weeks later his song "Broken" was used as well. Half of his catalog has been licensed to MTV original programming and featured on the soundtracks of Cruel Intentions 3 and Sony's "Three Way".
A natural successor to "Opium" and arguably Mr. Grant's most powerful and engaging work, "Waiting for the Ball to Drop" was what some might call a labor of love. Released in late 2008, the album was two plus years in the making, but well worth the wait. DG's passionate lyricism coupled with his musical attention to detail creates a sound that'll make even your grandpa cry.
Between the completion and release of "Waiting," Dalton sought a producer who might offer a fresh creative outlook, and perhaps push him in another direction. It wasn't long before the stars aligned and Dalton met Marvin Etzioni (Toad the Wet Sprocket, Counting Crows, Lucinda Williams...). The two wrote their first song together within an hour of this fateful meeting and just a short year later were ready to record a real rock album. In January of 2008, Dalton, Marvin and the band that would come to be known as "Pecos" went into an Eagle Rock, Ca. studio with mix engineer Don Smith (The Rolling Stones, U2, Tom Petty...). Only two and a half days later, "Rockola Pistola" was completed. The raw energy of a classic 70's rock record and intensity of a live performance sets this record apart from his previous work but definitely doesn't disappoint. His well-rounded discography has laid the groundwork for a rich and dynamic sound that will be matched by few.
There is currently a search for two types of bands for record label consideration.
*** Note: PLEASE IDENTIFY IF YOU ARE IN GROUP 1 OR 2 IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR RESPONSE. Emails are being reviewed by different representatives.
1. A Pop/Rock/Commercial band with female lead. Band must consist of 2 guitars (Prefer both guitar players to be of lead caliber. However, one lead and one rhythm is acceptable), keyboard/piano, bass, and drums. Lead vocal, followed by backing vocals, in that order, is a plus as it relates to other members of the group. Average age of the band cannot exceed 28 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
2. A Modern Rock band with male lead. Must be a complete band but there are no prerequisites as it relates to the make up of the band. Average age of the band cannot exceed 23 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
XXX - If you meet the minimum qualifications as described above. Email a link for your MySpace Page and if applicable, a link for your website to: recordingartistsearch@gmail.com
Only send one email with your links. Due to the volume of responses normally received for these types of opportunities. After review of your material, you will only be contacted if there is an interest in attending one of your shows by a label representative. As such please to not send any follow up emails regarding selections. If you were not contacted back, there was not an interest.
Thank You.
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Taryn Reneau again (Adam’s friend) – Thanks for checking out my page! AND though SMILE & your SMILE video are still my favorite, I have to give a shoutout to The Dogs The Dust & The Conspiracy. :)
I just want to stop by and send you some hugs! You know I really like your song 'Young Hollywood' ....very nice. Hope you are well my new friend..;);) Cindy
