Formed as an outlet for improvisation and original composition, and having shared the stage with such inovators as the Aquarium Rescue Unit,Col. Bruce Hampton,Dude of Life, moe.,El BuHo, Otiel Burbridge and the Peacemakers,Derek Trucks Band,Zen Tricksters,Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey,Moon Boot Lover,Keller Williams,the Fiji Mariners,Big Ass Truck,Lake Trout,Fat Mama,Charlie Hunter,Victor Wooten, Stanley Jordan,MMW,Jazz Mandolin Project,Ekoostik Hookah,Rays Music Exchange,Project Object,Sister 7,Shvfilkus,Humunculus,God Street Wine,the Hatters,Beer for Dolphins, and many more. DLO has remained a constant in the mid-west jamband scene. Though some members have changed(the departure of 2nd guitarist Jeff Steinau and drummer/composer Robin Dean.) the core writing partners of John Gentry Jr. and Andrew M. Scorti have remain intact. Having written well over 150 compositions, this is a force to be seen and experienced. With the addition of Tim Hensley on drums, a one time student of former DLO drummer Robin Dean, the now trio is an unstoppable force of curve ball improv. and funky hooks. Truely a sight to be seen.(John Gentry Jr. plays Novax Fanned Fret 7 String and Roland equiped Steinberger guitars/Andrew Scorti plays Roscoe and Warwick 6 String and Lakland 5 string Basses/Tim Hensley plays Ayotte Drums and Zildjian Cymbals exclusively. All amps and cabinets are Mesa/Boogie.) We would just like to swap some gigs with other bands anywhere, anytime, and any place.
