Dorp profile picture

Dorp

www.dorp.co.uk

About Me


Sometimes you have to go backwards to move forwards in order to get ahead of the pack, and succeed in your chosen path.
London-based multi-culturalists Dorp know all about that – so much so they even gave themselves a name that reflected this philosophy.
“All the bands popping up around us were going for the pseudo Seattle sound and everyone was trying to be ultra cool and we decided to go for something that is quite backward,” laughs frontman Piet Bez.
“In South Africa dorp means township but it can also be used to describe something a bit backward. The reaction we were looking for was, ‘why would anyone call their band that?’”
Reactions are of course the essence of what music should invoke in people – and for Dorp, these have been nothing but positive.
It’s rare that a band can truly be described as unique and genre- bending, and yet here is a four piece that truly defy categorization and transcends today’s music fan’s expectations of what music can be about. Combining melodies, pop sensibilities, lashings of electronica, lyrical satire and sheer rock power, Dorp’s creativity is astounding.
In just a few years of landing in London Dorp have evolved into a truly unique proposition. Already a handful of singles and accompanying stunning videos under their belts, now it’s time to unveil their debut album proper – ‘Humans Being’.
Recorded at the personal studio of Flood – the internationally renowned producer who’s worked with U2 and PJ Harvey amongst many others - ‘Humans Being’ was produced by Dave McCracken (Ian Brown, Depeche Mode), and is an album that takes the listener on an epic voyage. This is not an album full of throwaway bubblegum packaged around two or three key hit singles, this is an album packed with real songs throughout. Songs that will bring back a genuine value to music again; tunes that will stand the test of time and ultimately stand out against today’s quick fix, empty world.
This is music for fans of the true musical greats of modern music - Radiohead, Bjork, Beck, NIN and even stadium giants U2 and Pink Floyd. Socially charged and yet, for the most part, tongue firmly in cheek, Dorp’s songs deal with personal tribulations (‘I Got What You Need’ is about a fight between Kevin and his girlfriend), and issues such as media propaganda and sexual stereotypes.
Along with the infectious singles such as ‘Rollercoaster’ and ‘I Got What You Need’, ‘Humans Being’ features 13 songs that will spin your head around and demand your attention!
‘boy/girl’ – the first song Piet penned after moving to London – is about “male and female interaction and how males will play their game and females will play their game to gain a position in a relationship,” while ‘When Pigs Fly’ tells of “lies and the things we just accept for the truth in today’s society. The media tells us this and this and that and we just accept it. It’s a take on the modern day propaganda we live with every day.”
This observational approach to the world is also reflected in the album title itself. As Piet explains: “It’s a play on today’s society and its humans being whatever you can imagine. Humans being crazy, humans being obese, humans being angry at war, humans being happy; it encompasses everything. A lot of the songs are just social commentary so we thought the title would go well.” Dorp’s philosophy is indeed music with a conscience without thrusting political ideals into people’s faces. Originally formed eight years ago in Capetown, South Africa, and releasing two highly successful albums in their homeland, the quartet reached a plateau of success. Headlining festivals, sold out shows and lapping up masses of critical acclaim, Dorp had achieved all that was possible within the confines of their homeland's music scene. But Dorp’s music was (and still is) bigger than what South Africa could offer, so change was needed. Armed with just a backpack and a guitar – founding members Piet and Kevin jumped on a plane and headed for the world-renowned metropolis and centre point of world rock music – London, England.
With no money the duo busked from the minute they hopped off the plane in order to pay hostel rent and ensure they had a roof over their heads at night. It wasn’t long before they recruited new players in the guise of French electronic wizard Fred and London drummer Rob to reinvent Dorp.
Fast becoming infamous for their energetic live performances, combined with a stunning visual backdrop that reflects the lyrical content of songs, Dorp have all the right ingredients to make a real impact in today’s rock world. These songs aren’t contrived; they are organic, pure and filled with real heart-felt passion, of course, just like true classic music throughout history always has been.
“I think there is something different on this album that breaks the mould a bit and also the whole album is an experience,” concludes Piet. “All the songs have been re-tailored to be on this album - it’s not a bunch of random songs. Each song is carefully chosen, it’s not an album of pop songs, there are songs that take time to digest, songs that have dark edges to them, all of which we feel gives this album real shelf life.”
Humans being creative, adventurous and artistic? That’d be the four guys in Dorp.
The musical revolution starts here. Be part of it.
DATE

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 7/28/2005
Band Website: WWW.DORP.CO.UK
Band Members: DORP are:-

Piet Bez - Vocals
Kevin Floyd - Guitars
Fred KU - Electrologist
Rob Driver - Drums

CONTACTS

Press – [email protected]

Record Label – [email protected]

Agent – [email protected]
Influences:

Sounds Like: Your Crazy Aunt Loves Us ;-)
Record Label: Caned & Able
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

NorthernEndOfTourMashUp

BRACE YOURSELVES The final leg of the tour starts tomorrow (Thursday), so watch out Newcastle, Arbroath, Dundee & Stoke. We're burning at present - having far too much fun, so come and get&nb...
Posted by Dorp on Wed, 28 May 2008 08:28:00 PST

Busy Busy Busy

Hey There You Fruity Nut Loops...(!) Meetings, Meetings, Meetings, and then a Bank Holiday to recover... Well, the dorp website is undergoing a MOT, service and full valet, so within a week it will be...
Posted by Dorp on Mon, 26 May 2008 04:48:00 PST

Back to 93ftEast - Saturday 21st June - Inspirit 2

Ooooh, feeling a bit slow today... but more good news from the Mothership... Super Sals, who organised Inspirit is putting Inspirit 2 on, on Saturday 21st, back at 93ftEast. FanFuckinTastic... So tho...
Posted by Dorp on Thu, 01 May 2008 03:56:00 PST

DORP ON TOUR AGAIN/ROCKIN GIG LAST NIGHT

Firstly, a massive FUCKYEAH to all you lovely people who braved the shitty weather on a school night to give their hard-earned dough for the Malawian Aids Orphans at 93ftEast last night. We had a ball...
Posted by Dorp on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:54:00 PST

Thank You Thank You Thank You

Have To Say To Everyone That Played, Moshed, RockedOut, GotDrunk, GotStoned, GotHigh, GotArrested, GotGoing, GotInspired, GotFucked & GotGot on the tour.We've had such a fuckin laugh, met some truly a...
Posted by Dorp on Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:25:00 PST

Dorp Loves Tours

Happy Daze You Crazed Mothers Back infront of a PC! Makes a change from behind the wheel or the drum kit - it's been a blast, with still a few more to come. Only one gig wasn't what we expected (half...
Posted by Dorp on Sat, 12 Apr 2008 05:15:00 PST

ITS ALL HAPPENIN...

To Those Requiring A Diversion, Encouragement, Much Fun...Thanks for your patience, everyone. I/we’ve been so rubbish at sorting this blog out, but I hope this is the start of something a bit mo...
Posted by Dorp on Mon, 17 Mar 2008 07:19:00 PST

Check out this video: Dorp-Rollerc<SPAN class=enspacex wbr="true"> </SPAN>oaster

Check out this video: Dorp-Rollerc oaster oaster">Add to My Profile | More Videos...
Posted by Dorp on Fri, 07 Mar 2008 07:39:00 PST

Back from NYC Baby

Well, those of you that have been will know what I'm talking about - what a great city - far more chilled out than I expected, tho pre-Juliani it apparently wasn't quite so...! But what the fuck's go...
Posted by Dorp on Fri, 26 Oct 2007 05:32:00 PST

Xtaster hangout with Dorp at flood Studios

Xtaster hangout with Dorp at flood Studios Dorp let Xtaster drop in for a lil chat, while they are in the studio recording their new album.   Are you recording an album or single? We are record...
Posted by Dorp on Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:00:00 PST