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The Des Moines Riot are a Scottish Indie Rock band, formed in Edinburgh during 2004. The band was formed by lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist Scott Gordon and lead guitarist/backing vocalist Colin Myers. The present line-up is completed by Dave Kerrouchi(bass guitar) and Tony Griffin (drums and percussion).
Musically and lyrically, each member of the DMR cites a number of different bands as influential though all members of the band consider The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Stone Roses as key influences. Teenage Fanclub, Oasis and Kasabian have also influenced the sound of the DMR with other bands like the Sex Pistols providing inspiration to Griffin and Myers in particular.
The Riot Was Born...
The band was formed on the back of a songwriting partnership between Myers & Gordon. This evolved when the pair recruited Griffin (Drums) and Hall (Bass) during the Summer of 2005. Thereafter, the band spent a considerable amount of time in the studio writing and perfecting the vast catalogue of songs which regularly feature in the band's live shows.
The material written and developed over these formative months was committed to demo (known as "the des moines riot" or "this is the des moines riot") and was released via the band's official website during January 2006. These recordings were entirely self produced and a total of five songs were initially recorded and released (Throw Your Hand, Said & Done, All Around This Town, Just For Me, Let It Go).
The band returned to the studio briefly circa March 2006 and recorded their most popular track "Take It All" as well as another fans favourite, "When". These tracks were also released via the band's website and continue to be very popular with the downloading public. During August 2006, the band made a final return to the studio to record "Burn On" - the band's latest track which, has seen more downloads proportionately than any other track released by the band to date.
In total, the demo has been downloaded in excess of 3300 times since May 2006 (@ 13/12/06) with the most popular track ("Take It All") being the band's first song to receive airplay on national radio (XFM). The songs have also been extensively Podcast with independent podcast producers from all over the world (UK, Europe, USA and Canada to name a few!) including the music of the Des Moines Riot within their shows.The DMR first appeared live during March 2006 at Henry's Cellar in Edinburgh. This was followed with a number of shows soon after and the band established themselves as a top act on the local circuit. The band have now played every major venue in the Edinburgh area with a few special shows included too. The band were amongst the first to participate in the Nexus Live show where the band were televised across the Internet via broadband link. The show featured the band's full set and a rare band interview which was seen by DMR fans across the globe.
Dave Kerrouchi replaced Mike Hall on bass in May 2006 and added another new dimension to the band, with a background in blues and extensive live experience in previous bands. After a short break from touring, the band got back on the road and continued to play packed out shows including a couple of shows during the Edinburgh International Festival. The band have also given an insight into their brand new material during their last couple of shows which seen packed venues in what was described as their "best ever" performances by a number of commentators.
It was also during the later part of 2006 that the band received some noteworthy press in Des Moines,USA when they were covered by the Des Moines Register as well as local publication DM Juice and most recently DM City View.
2007 And Beyond...
The band released a brand new demo at the start of February 2007 and are now hitting the road again, promoting the new material at a venue near you! Miss the DMR at your peril....

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Member Since: 05/03/2006
Band Website: www.thedesmoinesriot.com
Band Members: Scott Gordon
Lead Vocals/Rhythm Guitar
Colin Myers
Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals
Tony Griffin
Drums/Percussion
Dave Kerrouchi
Bass Guitar
Influences: Good guitar orientated music including, but not limited too, the Beatles, Oasis, the Stone Roses, Teenage Fanclub and a shedload more....
Sounds Like: The Des Moines Riot...
Record Label: Unsigned

My Blog

Velocity Is Theme Music For Guardian Newspaper!

The DMR track "Velocity" will form the basis of the theme music for the Official Guardian Newspaper Podcast.The track will appear on the Guardian Newspaper Podcast over the next 3 weeks (some 15 shows...
Posted by on Fri, 03 Aug 2007 11:33:00 GMT

DMR Live @ Edinburgh Festival - Fri 24th August

The Des Moines Riot have been confirmed to play a new Edinburgh venue (The Ark) on Friday 24th August 2007.The show will mean another Edinburgh Festival outing for the DMR and this one should be a bit...
Posted by on Wed, 27 Jun 2007 01:53:00 GMT

DMR Live @ Henrys Cellar (Edinburgh) - Fri 4th May

Following a busy month of gigs in Edinburgh & Glasgow, The Des Moines Riot will play Henry's Cellar Bar, Edinburgh on Friday 4th May 2007.Advanced Tickets will cost £4 with the door charge being £...
Posted by on Wed, 18 Apr 2007 13:44:00 GMT

DMR Live @ Box (Glasgow) 13/04/07 - FREE ENTRY!

The Des Moines Riot will play Box (Glasgow) on Friday 13th April 2007.The doors will open at 7.30pm with the DMR expected on stage approximately 8.30pm (TBC).Other bands appearing are: Iam Chemist, Th...
Posted by on Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:12:00 GMT

DMR To Play Jamhouse (Edinburgh) On 01/04/07

The Des Moines Riot have been confirmed to play Jools Holland's Jamhouse on Sunday 1st April 2007.Doors times and the DMR's stage time have yet to be confirmed - these details will be posted here as s...
Posted by on Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:18:00 GMT

DMR Gig Tickets Available Online Now!

The Des Moines Riot are pleased to announce our brand new online ticketing system is now live with tickets for the upcoming St Patricks Day gig available for purchase now!Click HERE to access the onli...
Posted by on Thu, 22 Feb 2007 14:28:00 GMT

DMR Confirm First Show Of 2007 (Subway, Edinburgh)

The DMR have been confirmed to play their first Edinburgh show for 2007!The band will make a welcome return to Edinburgh with a show at The Subway (Cowgate, Edinburgh) on Saturday 17th March.Doors wi...
Posted by on Sat, 10 Feb 2007 03:26:00 GMT

The Des Moines Riot Release 3 New Tracks - Available NOW!

The Des Moines have just released 3 brand new tracks, now available for free download!The songs are available via this website and via the Official DMR Website (www.thedesmoinesriot.com) with the rele...
Posted by on Sun, 04 Feb 2007 01:09:00 GMT

Seasons Greetings From The Des Moines Riot!

The Des Moines Riot would like to wish everyone who has come to our shows, all the bands and promoters we've worked with and indeed EVERYONE who has supported us during 2006 a Merry Christmas and Happ...
Posted by on Wed, 13 Dec 2006 11:12:00 GMT

"Burn On" Promo Video Released

The Des Moines Riot have just released the brand new promotional video for "Burn On".The video can be viewed and downloaded via the Video Page by clicking HERE and will be available for a limited peri...
Posted by on Wed, 13 Dec 2006 11:11:00 GMT