Diesel Phoenix
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6/29/2008 10:18:52 PM
NZ Band 'Explodes' onto the Scene - Diesel Phoenix
Diesel Phoenix are an original rock band based in Auckland, New Zealand. Formed in the fall of 2006 and combining rock, punk, progressive metal and pop melodies, this group have developed a truly unique musical flavour. Originally performing under the name ‘DonkeyPunk’, the group recently re-launched as ‘Diesel Phoenix’ to represent a fresh new approach, the replacement of their lead guitarist and a new addition to their line up - the most talented keyboard player to emerge in the New Zealand music scene, Carlos Voight.
The name Diesel Phoenix carries a double-meaning for the band; a ‘rising from the ashes’ and a fresh energy for a band that continues to constantly challenge the status quo, both in terms of their musical style and their unique approach to promoting their values in the industry. Diesel Phoenix is also representative of the sheer grind & hard work that this group exerts in order to follow their dream. This hard work is represented in the many impressive milestones that have marked a career in full speed. January 2006 marked the release of the group’s debut single ‘You’re Yuck’. Far from just a silly track title, this debut set a benchmark for the group, achieving several commercial successes including; Rotation on nationwide radio networks 91ZM & Kiwi FM (as well as many independent broadcasters), voted #1 rock track online through internet distributor & online broadcaster AMPLIFIER. COM & acceptance of the music video onto nationwide music television broadcasters C4tv & ALTtv to name just a few.
Diesel Phoenix (nee, DonkeyPunk) followed this first track with the April 2007 release of their second single ‘MissConception’. A different approach to the first release, this track is an epic rock ballad and reflects a more soulful side to the band. Diesel Phoenix followed these releases with a highly successful independent summer tour of their home country, making their mark in some of the most sought-after venues in the nation.
On October 31st 2007 Diesel Phoenix released their eagerly anticipated debut album ‘White Lies & Black Hearts’. The band challenged the status quo by becoming one of the first acts in the world to offer the entire album absolutely free to their fans, via download on the internet. This decision became a positive move for the band who have used this fresh angle in the market to rapidly grow their customer base & carve a unique business strategy all their own. The album was produced by the group themselves and the result is a truly unique work of musical art flowing from the full orchestral introduction, through grinding guitar driven rock, soft melodic pop and finishing with the heartfelt message contained in ‘Last Emotion’. It’s clear on the first listen that this album had a coherent concept from beginning to end.
In the summer of 2008 Diesel Phoenix began their first touring assault outside their home country with a successful independent tour of Australia, proving to fans as well as themselves that this band belongs on the world stage. In spite of all these achievements, Diesel Phoenix is still a 100% independent act, performing without any label support. Now with a new line up and more determination than ever, this band will make the whole world stop & listen. With more touring lined up during 2008, new & creative marketing strategies and their sophomore album due for release in early 2009, you can be sure you have not heard the last of Diesel Phoenix.
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niteshift
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6/30/2008 4:38:49 AM
---- Updated 6/30/2008 4:41:09 AM
Welcome DP to the centre of the indie universe. I'm sure you'll like this place, and being Kiwi's, ya gotta big head start in the talent stakes. Will drop by and check out your music.
cheers, niteshift
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