"Music, like life, is in a constant state of evolution. New people bring new influences, new ideas, new concepts to the table. Vancouver’s DNA6 is a case in point." -- Canadian Musician Magazine
"...Canada always seems to have some unique hip-hop going on (Swollen Members and early Buck 65) and DNA6 have knocked Jurassic 5 off their rap-for-people-who-don't-like-rap pedestal." --52shows.com
"...their unique and innovative approach to Hip Hop makes their new album Human Condition a must for any true fan of the genre." --Freshjamzonline.com
"...DNA6 have knocked Jurassic 5 off their rap-for-people-who-don't-like-rap pedestal." --52shows.com
DNA6, the indie hip-hop/funk band from Vancouver, Canada hasn’t yet met an audience they can't turn into fans. These guys are the answer to indie-hip-hop crossover. Their sound is original -- leading with catchy hooks and following with sincere lyrics. The 6-piece band creates a stage energy and presence that is fast becoming a new force on the Canadian music scene.
The DNA6 sound is a combination of hip-hop, funk, jazz and pop influenced by artists such as A Tribe Called Quest, D’Angelo, Talib Kweli, Sade, Elliott Smith and Miles Davis. With top musical talents, Alex Maher (vocals, sax, guitar, percussion, beatbox) , MC Dosia (vocals) and M. Prime (vocals and guitar), DNA6 drops multidimensional, intelligent rhymes on top of their funky, original musical tracks. Their second album, Human Condition, brings a new era of hip-hop straight from Vancouver’s underground music scene, engulfing a wide audience with their distinct cross-over hip-hop/funk sound.
DNA6 was formed in 2004 and released their first self-titled album the same year. The band released their second album, Human Condition, in 2007 and toured Western Canada as well as performing at key shows at Crankworx in Whistler and the Vancouver Folk Fest (in conjunction with the CBC). The band’s sound is a unique blend of pop, hip-hop, funk and jazz elements which, combined with their intelligent and often poetic lyrics, provide a welcome new sound in the world of hip-hop. Their live show consists of a full band from 5 to 7 members including David Spidel (bass), Chad Taylor (trumpet/keys), and usually Brendan McLean (drums) but also sometimes Tim Proznick or Ryan Stewart. The show consistently makes new fans on the spot and has an unparalleled energy. Dugg Simpson, former director of the Vancouver Folk Fest called DNA6 the best live band in Vancouver.
Both Alex and Mario have worked on several musical projects over the past 10 years, and have played together since they were they were fifteen years old. Alex and Mario studied together under Bryan Stovell, acclaimed teacher of Diana Krall, performing with several award-winning high-school jazz bands, Alex on saxophone and Mario on guitar. They were both members of the band Flannel Jimmy, which was signed to Nettwerk Records in 1999 and toured Canada three times on their first album with such notable acts as the Proclaimers and Wide Mouth Mason. MC Dosia met Alex and Mario in 2003 during a freestyle session at the Urban Well in Vancouver, BC.
If you want to hear or purchase the tracks from the 2004 DNA release please go to www.projectopus.com/dnahq.
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...filigree and athmospheric electrosounds, combined with the charismatic vocals of the singer Nic Koray, all in all creating an extraordinarily melancholic and thought-provoking music having no equal...
"Somewhere On The Line is the best debut album in the widened Trip-Hop-Genre since Goldfrapps legendary Felt Mountain" (Zillo Magazine 03/09)
nice to see you again! great show last night in Whistler. Sooooooo.....good! I look forward to the day when an event is possible together. Thanks. PEACE
Yo...I got this last minute show at Raw Canvas in Yaletown Sat. night
Click this link for a brief promo of me playing a track for you! WATCH BELOW...
Who: Quest Poetics & Sidestreet Reny (From Brooklyn)
When: Sat. Mar.21st 2009 approx.9.30pm till wheneveah
Where: Raw Canvas (Yaletown)
1046 Hamilton
Vancouver, BC V6B 2R9
(604) 687-1729
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Check it! I'm playing a show at Nyala on Main st. Tues. night Jan 27th. Here's a preview of what you'll see..Peace and lets hook up if you're there...Wicked! Randy
http://www. questpoetics. com
The Bands Against Hunger Society is calling out for all Musicians, Artists, Dancers, Volunteers, Photographers, Sound Man and the local Community to come together to raise funds and awareness at our next Bands Against Hunger event! 2-day Benefit on December 21st, 2008 and December 22nd, 2008 to be held at Buffalo Bill's Bar.
The money raised will be going to the following three charities:
1) a local charity that needs the most assistance, 2) TOV Orphan Centre in Namibia, Africa (tov. tsumeb. info) and 3) Playground Builders (playgroundbuilders. org)
If you have any questions and/or wish to sign up for any position please e-mail the Bands Against Hunger Society at bandsagainsthunger@hotmail.com and visit our website (www. myspace. com/bandsagainsthunger) Peace and Love
*The Bands Against Hunger Society is a non profit registered organization that was created in Whistler, B.C. /Canada by Local Musicians and music lovers ! (2005/2006) We bring people together who want to make a difference in the World! Together, through artistic collaboration, the organization creates events that raise funds and awareness for humanitarian issues both Locally and Globally. We also promote unity and community amongst our fellow Musicians/Artists and create places where our Sea to Sky Musicians/Artists can together. We also create opportunities that help to promote Sea to Sky Musicians/Artists to the rest of the world. Check our myspace page out periodically as we rotate many Artists Music on the website!
Thank you for your time and help in making this community event a success :)
