Hello, my name is chris and i like creating music.  Sometimes it's good sometimes it's bad, but who cares... made music.  I'm using akai miniak, schectar c1 classic, sometimes a real piano, wah pedal, phaser pedal, volume pedal, minimogue vst and pumping through ableton live (lite) using the alesis qx25 and m audio 49e midi controllers. not too shabby a set up.  Enjoy all these things that will be posted.

The Dharma Initiative is unlike anything you've ever heard. This band out of Hampton Roads, Va exercises their ability to deftly maneuver through genres and styles while delivering soulful and emotion-laden music. Lose yourself in the deep grooves, soaring melodies, and poignant lyrics. Lead vocalist Megan Sloggie will entrance you with her crystalline vocals while co-writer Zach Moats pulls impressive double-duty on Fender Rhodes and Synth Bass, all the while drummer Michael Harvey provides a rock-solid backbone that will keep you moving from start to finish. 
Unlike most groove-based acts, The Dharma Initiative does not employ loops, pre-recorded tracks, or samples. Instead they hand-craft their intricate sound in real time creating intricate layers that play off each other with new energy in every performance. 
For all of those looking for music that will move their body AND spirit- The Dharma Initiative has answered the call.

Downbeat Switch are an aptly named Richmond, Virginia based rock band that was formed in 2002. After some lineup changes over the past few years, DbS have found their core group and honed their abilities and sound into a tightly knit, original phenomenon to call their own. The band's funk, rock, soul, pop, and reggae infusion helped them stand out within the local music scene. Using extensive instrumental vamping, dynamic male and female vocal harmonies and powerful piano and guitar driven riffs, Downbeat Switch were able to develop a large and diverse following. The band's front-woman, Jenna Be provides sultry, soulful vocals to compliment the band's unique sound. 

DbS have four independently produced CDs, "Funk Shui"-2004, "Seconds"-2005, "Run from the Sun"-2009, and an EP titled "The Red Door Sessions" in 2010, which featured Jenna Be on several previously recorded songs. The band released their most recent album, "BirdsEye" in 2013. "BirdsEye" is available for free at live shows and as a paid download on iTunes and other online music stores

SSDD was created in 2007 by 3 talented individuals... Mr. 8o4, Basix, & Thomas Jay. They have turned a passion for the music industry into a family affair and plan to take their hunger & sacrifice with them as a reminder as they work to the top

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