a Music Duo that plays acoustic and full band music around the world.
People describe their music as Indie/Acoustic/hip hop/pop/rock and bring a ton of influences to the table:
Rascall flats, Relient K, Frank Ocean, Drake, One Republic, The Fray, James Taylor, Switchfoot, Matt Wertz, Ben Rector
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Price Range: $800-$1500
Gig Length: 30 - 90 minutes
Languages: English
You can expect from us:
-punctuation
-preparedness
-professionalism
-total concentration
-a tight sound
-passionate presence
-cover songs crafted to fit our sound
-originals that will pull on heart strings
What fans can expect :
-to be on their feet and grooving all night
-lyrics you can understand
-songs that will fill the room with quality, not just loud
-an atmosphere that inhabits fellowship
The acoustic duo of D and Chi got their start busking on the streets of the Bishop Arts district in Dallas Texas. The duo focuses on lyrical substance and vocal harmonies to connect with a crowd that is best described as “positive”. Their fans describe their music like a breath of fresh air, giving off good vibes, capturing the attention of everyone as they sing. Their first acoustic EP, “Music on Streets” that is available on iTunes and Spotify. They recently opened for Grammy nominated artist Mali Music in front of a sold out crowd. Other venues/events D and Chi has played include Coffee House Tour 2014, The Prophet Bar, Live Music Showcase, Dallas Museum of Arts, North by North Texas Festival, House of Blues, and various other private events and charities. Currently, they are working on their acoustic and full band albums.
What started as an acoustic duo project has evolved into a full band experiment. Yes, D and Chi focus on lyrical substance and vocal harmonies but with the full band they boast a tight sound and anthemic Ballads filled with Passion to connect with a crowd that is best described as expectant
We operate during our rehearsals with an 8 channel board and two 10 inch monitor speakers. Our electric plays through his amp, as well as the bass thorough his amp. Keys goes through the system as well as the two vocals and acoustic guitar. Drums aren't Mic'd
If sound is being provided:
Our input list:
10-11 channels
• 4-5 channels for drums
(1 kick, 2 toms, 1 snare)
Hi hat is optional
• 1 direct box for acoustic
• 1-bass
• 1 mic for electric amp
• 1 direct box for Keys/synth
• 2 mics for vocals
| November 06, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Lamar University Homecoming Bonfire |
| October 16, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Mokah coffee Bar in Deep Ellum |
Acoustic Shows and Full band:
-Covers:
Shake it Off
Hey soul sister
Pay phone
Stay with me
Ho hey
Stubborn love
Since you been gone
Some nights
Pompeii
Best day of my life
Your body is a wonderland
Never say never
Nothing on you
Just hold on we're going home
Stop and stare
Let her go
-Originals:
Half written song
See and know me
The Queen City
Be somebody (acapella)
Be somebody-Darren's
Come find me
Early morning -chima parents song
I'm so high school
The promise
This I promise you
Dancing in the Rain
My captured heart
Hunter Wilson
Supernova
Old soul
Sometimes we need girls
Save me
Mary Jane to me
Let's stay
3 song song
After December
November
I don't have you
Galaxies
Edge of love
Mesmerizing
Coffee guitars and shows
Movers and shakers
-New songs:
She is strong
Catch my breath
Equal
Gypsy heart
Burns for you
It don't matter
Fed up
Corners
Wandering
I need you
-The fray
-One Republic
-U2
-Relient k
-Ben rector
-Drake
-Frank ocean
-Goo Goo Dolls
-Imagine Dragons
D's influences are mainly singer songwriters and rock groups that boast clever and meaningful lyrics. D is also a fan of country music
Chima's influences range in the hip hop/r&b lane. Chima writes and performs spoken words and is also a skilled rapper as well.
When these influences blend it creates a sound that hasn't been heard by many before.
D and Chi is looking to change that
Keys/synth
Acoustic guitar
Electric guitar/pedalboard/amp
Bass/Bass amp
Drum kit
2 to 4 monitors(wedges)
Power strips/electricity outlet
Illuminated stage if dark
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