It's been quite some time since a band like Runaway Dorothy has captivated ears frrom start to finish. Hailing from the foothills of North Carolina, Runaway Dorothy specialize in honesty through their songs while keeping it simple and delivering them with more heart than most musicians today. Tracks like "Takes A Lot of Love" and "Too Young", broadcast the aforementioned statement loud and clear.
Growing up in the South, they absorbed the sounds of country music and the folk songs of their parents, and time would expand their musical palate to include some of the great European/UK bands. The result is a unique combination of American songwriting set to a backdrop of European textures. If you didn't know any better you'd swear you've known them all your life. Their songs and stories are your songs and stories. It's as if your best friend has put your life to music and is now singing it just for you.
The Arc, the bands debut full length album, is filled with heartfelt tunes through the melancholy voice of David Parnell. If you were to compare him with some other notable singers, it is easy to say he is a combination of the Dylan's [Bob and Jakob]. While some might scream at the comparison of Bob Dylan, David's voice is authentic and shows presence just like Bob.
These young North Carolina boys are on the right path to success and it's only a "matter of time" before music blogs start talking non-stop about them."
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SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT RUNAWAY DOROTHY:
David Parnell lets the world know he’s a simple southern boy who wears his fractured heart on his sleeve, as evidenced by the band’s crushingly, endearingly honest debut album, The Arc. It’s easy to understand why RD's built such a following. Parnell’s songs feel more like confessionals.
Andrea Warner-Charleston City Paper
"When I listen to this band I feel like I'm on open road. An open road with a past in a vintage Chevy. There is something just so sweet and simple about Runaway Dorothy."
J B Duggins-Editor Anti-Mag
"Just hearing with you, abilene, and takes a lot of love was enough to convince me to buy your cd. Amazing sound."
-kllybntly5
"Wow,I'm so happyy I came across you guys.You're just amazing and honestly one of my favorite bands at the moment."
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-CrayCatastrophe.™
"You've got a captivating tone to your voice."
I dig it
-luckyinlove
"I'm sooo glad that I found out about your band. "Takes a lot of Love" was used in the twilightseriestheories podcast for this past week and it just fit so well. I was sitting at my computer, with my headphones on, listening to the podcast. And as soon as the music started, I was already hooked. Then when the voice came in, all I could say was, "Oh my God!""
-seremelaminyatur
"I spend the majority of my evening listening to the songs on this page. Don't know what to say except they are frikin good."
-spiralediris
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hey thanks for the add, saw u guys on twitter then came to check u here and I am pleasantly surprised:) im diggin the tunes, hope to see you live one day soon!
Hey guys, your CD arrived in the post this morning. Thanks for the message on the back, very cool! I'm listening to the album now while doing 'homework'. It's amazing! Beautiful songs, creating a great atmosphere. Lovely! Thanks!
Hey! How are you? I'm still loving your music- often listening to it on the train through the english countryside. When are you going to come over here?! xx
Dropping by to wish you the best day ever and tomorrow do the same. If you have the means please give a couple of dollars to charity. Be it to fight Diabetes, Asthma, Cancer, Hunger, AIDS, or any other cause that touches your heart. I know of no better feeling than what you feel when you make another person’s day a little better. Bill
what's up? are you back in nyc? if not when are you coming back. i think we need to hit up kellog's diner again. i haven't been told i'm crazy in a few weeks. missing it! call me son.
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