biographical info
Providing a fresh and hopeful sound to Vancouver’s music scene,
Dawntreader endeavors to reach a level of musicianship,
songwriting and production that is seldom seen in independent
rock acts. Songwriters at their core, Dawntreader’s focus has
always been on the craft of creating powerful, emotional songs
that will resonate with the listener. Through their united belief in
the importance of sincerity in all aspects of their career,
Dawntreader looks to make an enthusiastic and substantial mark
on the music scene in the coming years.
Forming in 1998, the members of Dawntreader quickly realized
their collective passion for creating music. A self-titled three-track
demo was released in 1999 to a growing underground following.
Fueled by their captivating live performances, the Dawntreader
fan base rapidly grew. Dawntreader spent the next year
creating new material while working to refine their live
performance. The band soon declared a self-imposed
moratorium on live performances, focusing instead on crafting
their first full length CD. Recorded over the course of a year, the
emotionally charged "Thoughts Of An Exile" helped Dawntreader
burst onto the Vancouver scene late in 2002.
Sharing the stage with acts such as Stabilo, Starflyer 59, In Medias
Res, Maplewood Lane and Paper Moon helped spread word of
Dawntreader’s unique brand of music. Strong reviews from the
local media reinforced what fans of the band already knew.
Dawntreader has a rare understanding of the emotional weight
of a song: melody, dynamics, passion and authenticity. Drawing
influence from a select and inspired crowd, Dawntreader fuses these
sophisticated influences into an original sound unduplicated by any
other band.
In 2008, Dawntreader’s momentum continues with the May 9th release of
their latest full-length album, “Santa Fe Stalker.” Plans to support the new
Dawntreader album include a fall tour of western Canada and the west
coast of America.
lineup
Colin Bales Bass/Vox
Matthew Thomas Vox/Guitars/Keys
Ryan Worsley Guitar
Joel Willoughby Drums
influences
Bjork
Radiohead
The Cure
The Doves
U2