Category: DNA

March Update

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For the last month, I’ve been on a few cruises… Cruise To The Edge, On The Blue, and the Monsters of Rock Cruise. I’ve met some amazing talent and I’m blessed to be rubbing elbows with them.

Now that I’m back in Las Vegas it’s time to get back on the horse. Today I’ll be recording new DNA material. Make sure to bookmark the webpage for more updates as they come along. We’ve got a great team; Alex, Joe, Neil, and myself, as well as our friend Keith who does most of the web stuff and PR. We’ve got our friend Cali contributing vocals as well on a song or two.

We are actively pursuing a permanent Lead Guitarist, as well as Drummer. We have plenty of studio musicians to help us out along the way but we would like a few solid players to join the team to record, tour, and contribute their time and talent. We would prefer it if you were in the Los Angeles or Las Vegas area, but it’s not a deal breaker for the right people.

Peace!
David Reed Watson

‘Lies That Bind’ is nearly ready for release

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As you have heard, we’ve all been busy for the past month preparing for the release of our new single, ‘Lies That Bind’. After a busy few weeks at sea with the Monsters of Rock Cruise, David is back in Vegas and is raring to move forward with the release of our single.

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Another successful year with my MOR family. So many people to thank, I don’t know where to start. I guess I can start with my immediate Hospitality Crew; Marisa, Pat, Kelli, Deanna, Julianna, Tara, Jacobus, and the new additions… Liza, Rene, and Coach. . Thank you Larry, Gino, Taylor, my Taylor, J.P., A.J., Steve, Bill, April, Tim, Kevin, Izzy, Brian, and the rest of the crew. I’m sure I’m leaving out names but I’m fucking tired. 🤪 . We worked our asses off but at the end of the day, with a beer in hand, we killed it bitches! . A special shout out to all of the bands who brought their A game. You all Fucking Rock! Peace out! I’m going to sleep for a few days. (Mic Drop)

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At the same time, Neil has been busy with Trishula and his new album, Scared to Breathe, and Alex and Joe are coordinating special little treats to accompany the release of ‘Lies That Bind’ (more soon, the wait will be worth it) in Lisbon and L.A.

So you should start learning more about D.N.A.’s new release, ‘Lies That Bind’, and our future plans in the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned!

D.N.A. are preparing for the release of Lies That Bind

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Greetings! We’ve been a little quiet since NAMM, but that’s not because things aren’t happening, not by any stretch, actually quite the opposite!

We’ve been rushed off our feet since NAMM in Anaheim, where we were handing out USB cards with a preview version of our new single, ‘Lies That Bind’. The feedback we have been receiving so far has been fabulous. No sooner was NAMM over than David rushed off to Florida, where he is spending the month sailing around the Caribbean mixing with the rock greats. Of course, he’s been handing out USBs and is down to his last eight. Looks like we’ll have a collector’s item on our hands.

Alex and Joe are hustling for D.N.A. behind the scenes in Lisbon and Los Angeles, respectively, and amongst other things are preparing for the official release of ‘Lies That Bind’ in March. All being well we’ll have something really nice for you.

And Neil? Neil has been working on something very special. Even before D.N.A. got back together he was working on his new album, and in February it was released and is doing very well. Check out his band Trishula and their album Scared to Breathe, which is also the title of the first single from the album. Playing alongside Neil with Trishula is vocalist Jason Morgan and D.N.A. alumni, the awesome João Colaço on drums. Check out ‘Scared to Breathe’ below and online at all good streaming services. It’s great!

A Happy New Year from David

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Happy New Year!

Yes, I know I’m a bit late on this. After breaking my wrist in late November I’ve become a bit of a homebody. But, in saying that … it hasn’t stopped me!

For the last few months I’ve been writing with my old band D.N.A.!

Every year, Alex Santos and I talk about finishing what we started. We wrote a kick ass EP that we entitled Life, and as ‘Life’ would have it we both got busy with our lives. Me moving to Las Vegas, starting a new relationship, a new band, touring … and Alex, having kids, pushing his band ‘Scar For Life’.

Again, always the reminder of Life and how powerful it was.

Well … the good news first!

There is no bad news! Alex, Neil, and myself are back! Yes, we are going to re-release ‘Life’ and we’ve already recorded a bunch of new tunes for an album that we are calling Second Life.

Second Life is a perfect name for this album. Why, you ask? Well, this is our second go-round with D.N.A., and it happened at the perfect time for all of us. We’re on fire and the writing just flowed through us like it was 2013 again. We didn’t miss a beat and we can’t wait to bring this to you.

We are also bringing aboard a kick ass team of players that we will announce on our new website that just went live today.

If you are at NAMM make sure to keep an eye out for us.

Peace!

David

D.N.A. will be at NAMM

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This weekend, from the 24–27 January at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California, will be the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM). Established in 1901, NAMM aims to strengthen the $17 billion global music, sound and event technology products industry and serves as the crossroads for professionals wanting to seek out the newest innovations in music, recording technology, sound, stage and lighting products. 

David Reed Watson and Alex Santos from D.N.A. will be attending. It’s a great opportunity to meet the driving forces behind the band, and you might even be able to get your hands on an exclusive. If you are interested in D.N.A., or just want to meet two great musicians, get along to the Anaheim Convention Center.