Gabe: vocals and guitar
Mimi: vocals
Chris Le Dieph: bass
Ricky: percussions and drums
Paget: drums
Gabe was raised in France, where he first began learning the classical guitar at age 9. He continued playing on the electric in multiple bands to finally return to the acoustic. He was influenced by many styles of music as he traveled much of the world before settling in France. He moved to California in 1998 and when a year latter, his sister Mimi joined him from France, they started Dgiin. Mimi had been singing since age 13 in a musical association and is now concurrently singing with Hand Me Down, a local vocal trio. They met Paget a year down the road, while practicing at a Santa Rosa studio. Paget, originally from Belize, started playing drums in reggae bands at age 18. Paget now lives in Cool and is therefore a part time member of the band. Chris ‘le Deef’, originally from Ohio was recruited a few years later to hold down the low end on electric bass. Ricky, born in El Salvador, grew up in a musical household and was part of multiple touring latin jazz bands as a teenager. He then played drums in salsa and latin rock bands and finally stepped into Dgiin adding driving percussions. He currently replaces Paget on the drums when Paget is not available. Recently, Dgiin has lost their hornblower extrodinare, Jimmy The Inch, who is currently replaced by Ari Camarota, a seasoned local musician, originally from New York.
Influences
Lifes' excentricities
Sounds Like
Gypsy-Funk with a French Twist
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Contact Dgiin at dgiinmusic@gmail.com
Gin, as most of us know it, is a strong colorless alcohol flavored with juniper berries. Another less widespread meaning of the word djinn is a mischievous spirit, often confined to a bottle due to reprehensible acts. Dgiin is better known around Sonoma County as a band with a unique style encompassing various cultures and influences and songs sung mainly in French. The band originated 8 years ago in Santa Rosa and can be described as French-Gypsy-Funk with a twist.
The Flamenco-Django-esque band puts on one memorable show accessible to all types of tastes and ages. Their energetic performances draw a lively crowd that can dance all night.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2009
The 808 Band with Robert Herrera
NATURAL SELECTION ALBUM RELEASE PARTY!
The Genie, plus special surprise guests
PERFORMING LIVE!
The 808 Band with Robert Herrera
The Genie
Plus special surprise guests!
REGGAE SOUL BREAKS FUNK
Russian River Brewing Company
Free admission, 9 p.m. ALL AGES
725 4th St Santa Rosa, CA 95404
www.russianriverbrewing.com
707.545.2337
808 Music announces the release of "NATURAL SELECTION" the new album from The 808 Band with Robert Herrera. A solid sound-scape of reggae, soul and break-laced grooves, “Natural Selection” features Santa Rosa-soul crooner, Robert Herrera, teamed up with the versatile reggae, hip hop and soul instrumental group, The 808 Band. In stores June 23, 2009.
www.808music.comwww.myspace.com/robertherrerawww.thegeniemusic.comwww.myspace.com/808eternal
hey thanx for the support, this was painted live in the moment during juke joint @ the hop monk in sebastopol 6-11-2009. Bob Marley 4ft x 4ft acrylic on pannel by Neal Ray Barbosa.
hey you all!!! i do enjoy your music very much... sweet voice Mimi, great guitar work Gabe, Ricky my brother great bataca keeping the music going, Bass man didn't meet you but you fill the botton effortlessly... good work, it was great hanging out in Tiburon, sure to see you all again, be well, javier
you guys are the best! i went to grab a drink with an out of town friend at broken drum and didnt realize you were going to be playing. Got you a new fan and reminded me how much I love ur music! Thanks!
HOLY HELL!!! THAT WAS FUN!!! a big THANKS to all who attended my bash at The Roadhouse!!! It was an awesome show(as always!!!) My BEST birthday ever...and that's a lot of BDAYS!!!Looking forward to the next time!!! LOVE YOU GUYS!!! Michael
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