Duraluxe formed in 1997 when Troy Daugherty joined forces with Chris Colbert in Nashville, TN and opened their studio, Dolorosa. The studio provided the creative backdrop as they worked on their first full length as Duraluxe. The album was helmed by Colbert and Daugherty; however, they teamed with Chicago native, Keith Cleversley to record some songs. The end result was the 1999 Meddle Records release, Dolorosa.
They recruited long time friends, drummer Mark Emge and bassist Tommy Wedge. They soon relocated to Athens, Georgia and recruited keyboardist/guitarist/background vocalist Megan Morrison.
The group relocated yet again, this time to Long Beach, CA where the band recorded the 2001 split, I Duel Sioux and the Ale of Saturn along with the Lassie Foundation.
In 2002, Duraluxe released The Suitcase, which was filled with psychedelic pop and released on Hidden Agenda records. After a few years in Los Angeles Troy, Chris, and Megan decided to head back to the midwest. They relocated to Daugherty's hometown of Evansville, IN. Once situated, they added a new rhythm section of Aaron Distler on drums and Matt Braun on bass
In August of 2005, Duraluxe moved back to Nashville TN. They're currently performing, and in the studio once again for their next release.
"[Duraluxe] is back with an inventive batch of rock that combines the virtues of American indie-pop of the past five years or so with blasts of guitar that show an admiration of the big noises made by influential folks like Husker Du, The Jesus and Mary Chain and My Bloody Valentine." - Fufkin
"The Suitcase is a delightful record of over-the-top fuzzed guitars, shimmering traces of psychedelic experimentation and brotherly vocals. [It] contains a clear pop sensibility with a glowing blast of cosmic sound added for good measure." - Exclaim!
Thanks for the add! We hope you dig the sounds and the vibe. We are goin in to the studio a month or so from now. If you enjoyed what you heard you can get our first album at www.cdbaby.com Thanks a heap!
we have a new song up, it's a rough mix of the song, but worth the listen. the song title is "smoke, girls, and caffiene". also read the blog for a little history of the song. let us know what you think.
Hello,
Thanks for your friendship. About us we're not in this for fame or glory. We
just seek the thrill of creation, and making other people happy. We hope you
like our music and that we were able to BRIGHTEN the world a little. Please let
us know if our goals have been achieved.
Peace,
Griff Kinsey
Hey! Thanks so much for the add! You sound great! We'd love to have you come out and record anytime. $30/hr for studio time AND an engineer. :) Check out our page for audio samples as well as a list of gear. Plus I bet I could get my wife to throw in some good eats! Keep Crankin' those Groovy Jams! Bart and Delaney Lakeshore Studios
Hi! How are you doing? Not checked in with you in a while but hoping all is ticked-booo.. Please go and check out my latest creation- video to Ivory Tower. I am immensely proud and happy with it! Downloads available too! Would love to hear your feedback. Love and light to you. xx
Hello buddy! How are things in your world? I hope you wont mind I am sending you my download link. The double single has just become available and I am very proud! Important to celebrate our successes large and small! I am hoping you will want to help out and buy some great songs for a tiny amount in money but worth so much in inspiration. Your support is much appreciated! Love and light K.
Every Christmas season, I find myself wondering, what kind of a kid was Jesus? I mean, after he got himself out of the manger? We shot this video in 1992 with my daughter Willow. It's won some awards and is used in churches, temples & Sunday school classes. It addresses homelessness and caring for each other on this planet. It's called WHEN JESUS WAS A KID. Feel free to pass this on to friends and family. Happy, merry, warm and loving holidays to you and your loved ones. Bye for now - Peter Alsop
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