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In a small auditorium, back in March of 2002, a great rock n’ roll band was born. Five small-town musicians had unveiled their dream and Drivn was its chosen name. The band’s name was to represent what all members had agreed upon…no band would be more determined or work harder to succeed.
The 2002, the self-titled “Drivn” would prove to be $900 of studio time at its best. The raw, rough-mixed album sold its first 1000 copies in only three months. That’s quite a feat in a local scene that had previously been dominated by country and bluegrass music. Within weeks, fans would flock to the area clubs to see for themselves what the fuss was about. By late 2002, Drivn was one of the most popular bands from Johnson City, Tennessee to Roanoke, Virginia.
Drivn’s follow-up “Change” was released in February of 2004 to a huge fan base that was continually growing. It sold it’s initial 1000 copies within weeks and the band prepared to increase its touring schedule. However, mounting tensions within the band threaten to derail the mission. Thankfully, they regrouped and continued to tear up the regional scene through the rest of 2004.
By 2005, Drivn had landed a major booking agent, been recruited by many management companies and indie labels, and were on their way to the top. 2005’s “The Classic Sessions” would be the band’s third album in four years. It too was an immediate sellout and launched the band into shows with Puddle of Mudd, .38 Special, Blake Shelton, Drivin N Cryin, Little Big Town, and Keith Sweat. The band was also working on another studio project with Gary Cirimelli (Ex-Sony producer/ engineer) and Skye Moore (artist/producer). The new “self-titled” release would be promoted nationally and big things were expected in 2006. However, poor promotion hindered the release and “Drivn” never attained national distribution. Despite a lack of promotion, the album was a regional success and album sells remained at their peak.
But 2007 would prove to be a difficult year for the band. After a prospective management company locked horns with their booking agent, Drivn suffered a huge setback. After the dust settled, the band would lose their touring support and cut ties with both parties. For the remainder of the year, the band struggle to rebuild their “business team”.
2008 brought on more pressure to land a major deal, but Drivn rallied to work with several booking agents and a nationally renowned entertainment lawyer. However, by August the band needed a much deserved break. With four albums, over 1,100 shows, and eight years under their belt, the ride was over.
Although many fans have been calling for a reunion, there is currently no plans for such an event. Until then, you’ll have to check out the other projects that the guys are individually working on...
http://www.myspace.com/shottower1
http://www.myspace.com/theshanehagerproject
http://www.myspace.com/nrbjam
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thanks for the add i hate to hear you all split up but ther is a reason for everything and again thank you. when i first heard view from heaven I bought the drivn cd i had heard from a friend i met in roanoke we workd up their mowing the fourlane from bristol to wytheville our boss rented a house for us in a little housing project the one across from the prison i met a man named elzie "leroy" justice if it was not for him i would of never heard of you, but on memorial day of '09 the good lord took my son home to be with him in heaven he was 2 and a half months old his name was ryalee(riley) and "view from heaven" was played at his funeral the song touched every bodys hearts It must of been gods will for me to hear of DRIVN He knew i needed you'alls song to help me realize he really was in heaven lookin down on me wathing me but i just had i little girl July 6th '09 her name is tiara and she looks like him again thank you HUnter
i really hate to see the band spilt up, but you all have your reasons but i was just glad to see you do one more cd, hope to hear great things from everyone
Sorry to hear your news! You guys have a great sound! Here's wishing each of you endless possibilities in whatever direction you choose, now and always! God bless, Donita :o)
wow, hate to hear that the band is splittng up. you guys are awesome!! good luck to all. best wishes and always remember to follow your dreams!!....steph
What the Hell? Now there is NO ONE around here worth going to go see!!! It was great while yall were together. Hope everything works out for all of you!
Come on guys! I have been a fan of yours since the first show at turn one, the first at best western, and honestly yours is the ONLY cd I will buy, I 'borrow' all others. I realize you each have seperate goals and dreams and are all very busy, but I think it would be a mistake to walk away not as Drivn now. At least be like a part time band. Play together on those rainy nights when everyone drags into the bar needing a pick me up. Please don't go guys!
Just wanted to drop a line and say how much your band is missed. Let me know what directions each of you all go And I will support each effort. (of course a regrouping will be even better) Best of Luck!
Creative differences... Creative differences? Isn't that what makes a group a group? If you were all the same, it wouldn't work! Obviously 'something' works, because you are a hell of a band with a large following.... I haven't been able to see you all in awhile but have your cd's in my vehicle all the time. Good luck in whatever it is that you are searching for. YOU will be missed!
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