In only a matter of two short years, The Midwestern small town act "Drunk Dead Gorgeous" has already made an impact on the vast music world: opening shows for acts such as Hinder, Papa Roach, Finger Eleven, and Hed(PE), to name a few, as well as securing nominations for four Grammy Awards.
The bands eclectic pop rock sound is a product of several genres meeting at a metaphorical fork in the road. In the age of countless carbon copy nu-metal acts, Drunk Dead Gorgeous stands alone high above the redundancy spilling out of speakers today.
Drunk Dead Gorgeous is comprised of Ian Moore, Derick Kapteina, Nicholas McClelland, and Jesse Wagner. Ian leads the band with his unique and captivating voice, and mature acoustic and electric guitar stylings. Derick adds harmony to the soulful lyrics of this band, and also gives the music a great foundation with his big bass lines. Catchy hooks, lavish textures, and beautiful counter melodies are layered into these timeless songs with Nick on the lead guitar and Jesse on the keys. The band also puts on an entertaining, and animated live performance. "The Great Disillusion" is the bands debut album which has ensured them a concrete, loyal following as well as strong recognition from fellow musicians throughout the industry.
The group has never required gimmicks to induce emotion from its listeners. The music alone has done that. From a broken heart, to a middle finger aimed at corporate America, DDG’s messages can be empathized by all. That is what real talent...real music should do once you remove the headbanging and oscillating lighters: It should leave you satisfied and inspired. Drunk Dead Gorgeous does just that.
