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“Life is  a tale, told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing."
                                                                                               [William Shakespeare]

Kooks Dan’o is the stage name of American singer‑songwriter Daniel S. Passarini.  Based in Johnstown, Colorado, he describes himself as “just a guy, writing & recording music in his home studio.” Since 2021 he’s self‑released a prolific catalog of albums and singles, including Landings (2021), Elements of Past Static Debris (2022), Songs for Lulu, Terra Firma, Single Track Mind, and Islands of Ataraxia (all 2023). His sound blends rock, country, indie and folk‑singer‑songwriter styles, with introspective lyrics and intimate home‑studio production.

Kooks Dan’o’s catalog is built around intimate, guitar‑centered songs that pull from a mix of folk, country, indie and rock, often with a lo‑fi, “bedroom” production aesthetic and deeply introspective lyrics. Across all of these genres, the throughline is Dan’o’s personal, reflective lyrics—meditations on love, loss and longing—wrapped in warm, guitar‑first productions that feel both honest and home‑made. 

Dan’o’s lyrical voice is defined by: natural imagery (storms, oceans, seasons, dust, echoes), melancholic honesty about love, self-doubt, and loss, and a minimalist, poetic style with lines that feel like secrets whispered into tape.

By all accounts, Kooks Dan’o isn’t flaunting flashy shred—he’s a songwriter first, and his guitar work is solid, tasteful and service‑oriented. Kooks Dan’o’s guitar playing — particularly in the context of home‑studio, singer‑songwriter production — is confident and versatile—never ostentatious, but always perfectly pitched to serve the song. 

 Fans have highlighted Dan’o’s intimate, laid‑back performance, strong melodic sense and polished yet personal production, likening his work to cherished folk‑rock and indie‑country touchstones.

After a nearly two-year break, Kooks Dan’o has three projects currently lined up and in the works: two unique concept albums, as well as a “Live at Home” acoustic performance album with accompanying video series. Look for these projects to be available sometime in 2026 and/or 2027.

 Raw, hypnotic & unapologetic rock.

For the misfits, the lovers, and those who feel too much.

“Die A Little” – music video coming soon

The electrifying new band that is resurrecting the raw energy of the ‘90s and ‘00s rock. With a fusion of melodic riffs, captivating lyrics, and a raw, unapologetic energy “A Thousand Knives” promises to be a compelling force in today's rock scene.

Whether you're a die-hard fan of the grunge movement or a lover of the larger-than-life rock anthems, “A Thousand Knives” has something special in store for you.

With a lineup of passionate musicians who share an unyielding love for the good melody and hard-hitting rhythms. So buckle up and join the journey as “A Thousand Knives” takes the stage and sets your speakers ablaze!

Creator of musical pieces in various genres. 

Sólo otra banda de Indie Rock. 💥

Síguenos!

Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hdrAJYKE550Keug1OJTJa?si=8_Hm20RTSjulyiJzNLViRg

IG:

https://www.instagram.com/fireclubb?igsh=Y3ZjcWhzMWhjMzdu

Gracias! 




I'm a songwriter and performer from Portland Oregon. My music has been sampled by DJ Shadow on his 2003 release Diminishing Returns and covered by: Pink Flames (The Vinyl Factory 2016), Electric Child House (2017) and Astronauts etc (Backatcha Records 2019). Backatcha Records also re-released the early seventies psych-rock grail, Just A Star that I co-wrote with Larry Smith for UK Record Store Day 2019.

Something To Tell You

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