Our self-titled debut released in 2005, and with only a handful of dates out of town (literally like 4 or 5 shows), we hit the road in search of adventure. Some four plus years later, and a few more albums to boot, we have become fond of these songs and have watched them take on a life of their own with listeners, fans and friends.
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BRIEF BIO
DIM LIT DAYLIGHT'S sound is a mix of 'indie pop/rock' & 'alternative /electro-pop' — and although their style has evolved over the course of their travels, they aspire to bring both heart & soul to their performance as well as the passion of personal experience to their lyrics and music. While they endeavor to create music that's timeless, they also enjoy working with new technologies that allow them to stretch their artistic muscle — and for a two piece band, they make a very full sound.
"This young pair simply perform and write great, catchy tunes that are hard to ignore while infusing the kind of classic psychedelic edge that stretches back beyond their years". - Cecil Doyle | The Medicine Ball Caravan | KRVS FM
The duo writes, records and releases their own original music on their label, A.D. Records [BMI] and are in their 49th month since they started on a (self -promoted) national tour in January of ‘06.
During the last 4+ years, they have played anywhere and everywhere - over 500 shows in 22 states - and have plans to continue touring, writing and recording. They currently have four albums - 3 physical releases and 1 digital release - featuring 37 original songs, 10 remixes and 1 cover of The Cure’s Lovecats. For album lyrics, streaming samples and downloads please visit thier official site.
Because of their eclectic sound and wide variety of musical styles, they are most often compared to a plethora of artists including, but not limited to: The Beatles, Modest Mouse,The Cure, Death Cab for Cutie, Jack Johnson, The Police, Beck, John Mayer, Coldplay and others. But regardless of who they are compared to they are constantly exploring and expanding their musical palette.
As much as the fans will tell you they love the albums, almost all agree that the live shows are where it’s at. The guys bring a passion and soulfulness that is both present and palpable. In addition they utilize different types of technology to make their duo feel like a larger band.
"Dim Lit Daylight is a force to be reckoned with. Their hooks are memorable and their live performances unforgettable - these guys are going somewhere." - Michael Soli | Acoustic Asylum, House of Blues, Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NM
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DISCOGRAPHY
1. DIM LIT DAYLIGHT (self-titled) | 11 tracks | (c) 2005 DLD/AD Records [BMI]
In 2005 just prior to their first ‘out of town’ date the guys released an 11 track debut, DIM LIT DAYLIGHT. The album is full of emotion and lyrics that touch the heart and soul. Many of the songs from this album have become fan favorites, including: Changing Lanes, Velvet Elvis and Shine.
2. TIME MACHINE | 12 tracks | (c) 2007 DLD/AD Records [BMI]
While on tour in 2006 and 2007, the guys began writing and recording their second album, TIME MACHINE, which was written and recorded in houses, hotel rooms and just about anywhere they could find across five states. They finally released the 12 track album in late 2007, which included fan favorites such as, Hi Tops, Train and Dewdrops.
3. SUN UP SUN DOWN | 14 tracks | (c) 2009 DLD/AD Records [BMI]
After a brief pairing with a booking agency in Texas, the guys found themselves in the Austin area ready to recuperate and regroup. They began writing and recording their third album, SUN UP SUN DOWN, in early 2009 and released it later that year. The14 tracks album included fan favorites: CRAZY BEAUTIFUL, CHANNEL SURF, WEATHERMAN and SPYGLASS.
4. REMIX | 11 tracks | (c) 2010 DLD/AD Records [BMI]
In early 2010 they re-mixed 10 songs (several tracks from each of their 3 albums) and released REMIX in digital format and made it available for free to anyone who came out to a show, by way of free download cards. The albums contains remixes of most of the fan favorites.
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INSTRUMENTATION
Joshua Free | vocals, guitar, iPod Touch
Anthony D. R. Montanino | electric bass
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LOCATION
Originally from So. California -- currently touring from the Austin, TX area.
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For more information, press pieces and other related material, plus videos, games, FREE downloads, photos and much, much more, please visit their official site at: www.dimlitdaylight.com
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