Phoenix, AZ—It is known in the West as “folky-funk rock” and it’s coming towards you, so get ready to get down, bob your heads and sing along. Wrap folk, funk, blues and good ol’ rock n' roll around tight harmonies that erupt from four men and one soulful woman and what you get is Phoenix-based band Delcoa. Composed of five musicians each from unique and diverse musical backgrounds, Delcoa comes together with honest and memorable songwriting, dynamic stage presence and a grooved-up backbone that keeps listeners’ heads bobbin' back for more.
In the 2009 McDowell Mountain Music Festival, Delcoa appeared opening for Michael Franti & Spearhead, Hot Tuna, The Flaming Lips, and Matisyahu. Word travelled and Delcoa was invited to play at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival band competition and after-party in June. With a well-established Arizona fan-base, Delcoa is now spreading their music across the country. The band hit the road early May on a successful tour of Chicago, Oklahoma City and Austin, and will continue through Texas, California and Colorado this summer.
Delcoa was built in 2005 on the foundations of lead singer Jay Allan’s catchy guitar playing and heartfelt songwriting with Ashley Norton’s dynamic and soul filled voice. Known as “Jay & Ash,” the duo began by playing anywhere they could, including small restaurants and night clubs. As the crowds grew, word spread and shortly thereafter they were recruited to play some of Phoenix’s best music venues. However, people clamored for a band to accompany the fantastic duo.
In the beginning of 2006, Jay and Ash met with friends and Phoenix music scene all-stars, bassist Ethan Newman and drummer Tony King for a stripped down jam session. They quickly realized they had that elusive thing called chemistry and Delcoa was born. After only a handful of rehearsals and a short list of material, they eagerly headed into Livinghead Studios to record. The result was their debut album, "Roots, Bridges and Branches."
Shortly after the album release, Delcoa played a show with friend and lead guitarist extraordinaire, Jay Poole. They instantly knew that he was the final piece of the puzzle and asked him to hop on board. After many shows, blood, sweat and tears, Delcoa then lived hours in Jay Poole’s home studio to produce the next album. In early 2009, “Simply Listen” is born. This new storybook of songs takes you through a wide-range of eclectic vocals, rhythm and space; taking chances while hooking audiences in with a collection of distinctive hits. Delcoa continues to grow into a powerhouse of self described "folky-funk rock" and the voices just keep getting louder.
Delcoa has played or is booked to play: The Wrigley Mansion, The McDowell Mountain Music Festival, The Telluride Bluegrass Festival, The Westgate Superbowl Stages 2008, Channel 3 and 10 Morning News, Noche De Gourmet, Tempe Arts Festival, Tempe Marketplace and Desert Ridge Stages, Martini Ranch, The Rhythm Room, The Tiniest Bar In Texas, Tommy’s, Goose Island, Bell Island Brewery, AZ Chicks With Picks Festivals, NASCAR events, Phoenix radio stations Movin 97.5 and AZ Music Café…
We're voting everyday!!!!! We love and miss you!!! Can't wait for Turkey Day so we can see you again!!! I saw my family that lives in AZ when we took a trip to MN...anyways, I'm bringing her out to a show when we are there!!! YEAH!!!!
I'm playing at the Rhythm Room on Monday, July 20th!
Also playing is the band Men (members of Le Tigre) and Jared Alan. It's going to be a really awesome show!
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And a few days after that, don't forget to "give a care" about your community and come to Give A Care Benefit Show at Modified. July's show features Matthew Reveles, Farewell Review, Thankful Birds, and the Worrymen.
Proceeds benefit Local First Arizona.
Anyone who comes will get food and drink discounts at Carly's Bistro, Lost Leaf, Pasta Bar & Moira Sushi Bar...all within walking distance!
Hey Jay, Ash and Delcoa crew! It was great to have you guys out here in Austin, when is the next visit planned? Check out our myspace page myspace.com/thenearlynormal We just cracked the Austin booking code and are now SWAMPED with gigs! Wahoo, Austin, hope your ready!
Nice work on the new record!! Truly impressed!! You guys went above and beyond on this one!! Too bad the whole band can't come out to Chi-Town. Maybe next time. Keep it up!!!
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