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THE DYSTRICT IS ON HIATUS INDEFINITELY! THANKS TO ALL THE SUPPORT OVER THE PAST YEAR. SAYO and FABIAN HAVE BEGUN A NEW BAND CALLED BELLA BELLA,

YOU CAN CHECK OUT THE NEW SOUND AT MYSPACE.COM/BELLABELLABAND
The Dystrict (n) - San Francisco Bay Area's most promising, up and coming alternative rock band, with hip hop, soul and reggae influences.
With a multiethnic mix of musicians hailing from both the East and West Coasts, The Dystrict's unusual blend of punk-funk guitar riffs, groove-ridden bass lines, hip hop beats and soulful lyricism gives a nod to their varied influences (311, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, No Doubt, Aretha Franklin) and a testament to how they insist on changing the face of rock n' roll â€“ just a little bit.
"Each of us are very different in what we listen to, how we hear music" says the Nigerian raised lead singer, Sayo, "we try to bring that difference to the table, you know, create something that is full of passion and draws people in. Definitely explosive."
Combining years of musical experience, The Dystrict recently won Mix 106.5's Battle of the Bands and a chance to open up for Major recording artists Brandi Carlisle and Mandy Moore. Members of The Dystrict have played popular venues and events around the country such as CBGB's, The Vans Warped Tour and The Midpoint Music Festival and have continued to spread their energetic and riotous live show across the West Coast.
"The Dystrict is the kind of music you can't help but nod your head to, dance to, tell a friend about because its infectious," says drummer, Karl. A set filled with punchy alt-flavored hits like "Pabbit" and reggae tinged "Quarter Century Life" leaves no question as to why The Dystrict is steadily becoming a force to reckon with.
The Dystrict is currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on their debut studio album titled, "Quarter Century Life."

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Member Since: 2/17/2006
Band Website: thedystrict.com
Band Members: The Dystrict @ Johnny V's 4.7.07

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Fabian- Bass
Sayo- Vocals
Karl - Drums
Ed- Guitar

Influences: OUR DFFs!!

Sounds Like: Check out the New Band @ Bella Bella
Record Label: On the Lookout...
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Rockit Rooms 2nd Year Bash w/ The Dystrict!

Hosted By: The Dystrict When: Saturday Aug 25, 2007 at 10:00 PMWhere: Rockit Room406 Clement AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94118United StatesDescription:12 Bands! All Night Long! Click Here To View Event...
Posted by The Dystrict on Sun, 19 Aug 2007 02:29:00 PST

The Dystrict quoted in The ARGUS!

So we performed at The Fremont Arts Festival last week to a bunch of older adults with kids, who, if we ever catch any of them at one of the raunchier clubs we play at, we would piss in our pants. It ...
Posted by The Dystrict on Fri, 10 Aug 2007 11:39:00 PST

Yeeewww! Mo pix, Mo Shows and Mo..(you fill in the blank)

What up yall! Many apologies for delays on posting the pix from the most recent shows (especially to the East Coast folk who couldn't make it out). We're putting them up this weekend -- promise...
Posted by The Dystrict on Sat, 04 Aug 2007 08:25:00 PST

The Studio...Music in the Park...Update

What's up! Just wanted to drop you a couple of lines to fill you in on what's up with The Dystrict. We're back in the studio, moving full steam ahead. We've got two of the best producers/engineers in...
Posted by The Dystrict on Tue, 24 Jul 2007 10:00:00 PST

We Won Mix 106.5 Battle of the Bands!!

We won the Mix 106.5 Battle of the Bands! We now get the chance to open up for Brandi Carlisle on July 26th and Mandy Moore on August 16th @ San Jose's Music in the Park Keep your eye on the Mus...
Posted by The Dystrict on Mon, 02 Jul 2007 09:21:00 PST

Big News!!!

We're so excited!!! The Dystrict has been chosen to battle it out in Mix 106.5 & KBAY 94.5 Battle of the Bands @ Raging Waters Park (San Jose) this SATURDAY!! If we win, we get to open up for two...
Posted by The Dystrict on Wed, 27 Jun 2007 08:14:00 PST

The Dystrict featured in MusiciansOnly.net

The Dystrict's music is featured in MusiciansOnly.net Check it out... http://www.musiciansonly.net/mag/news/79/ARTICLE/11...
Posted by The Dystrict on Sat, 02 Jun 2007 02:18:00 PST

The Dystrict Interviewed in SanFranVoice.com

Check it out... http://www.sanfranvoice.com/sf-bands-speak-an-interview-with -the-dystrict
Posted by The Dystrict on Tue, 22 May 2007 10:51:00 PST

Check out this event: The DYSTRICT Battles it Out @ The Catalyst!

Hosted By: The Dystrict When: Sunday May 13, 2007 at 8:00 PMWhere: The Catalyst1011 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95060United StatesDescription:The Dystrict Click Here To View Event...
Posted by The Dystrict on Sat, 12 May 2007 03:30:00 PST

We're IN....YOUR MUSIC MAG - BATTLE OF THE BANDS

Thanks to all the folk who came out last night to support us ~ it paid off and we're IN Your Music Magazine's Battle of the Bands. Come out and support us on Sunday, May 13, 2007! More details to foll...
Posted by The Dystrict on Thu, 26 Apr 2007 10:30:00 PST