Dan Rothery's eclectic
and unique style reflects inspiration from a variety
of experiences in musical genres and international
culture, yet remains accessible to pop/rock fans.
Dan has sought out musicians and performers all
over the world, studying their melodic and percussive
styles so as to add to the diversity of his expressive
options. With influence from pop/rock and alternative
genres, and benefiting from a Latin background (his
father was born in Santiago, Chile, and immigrated
to Canada), Dan infuses an unrestrained range of
expressions and flavors in his songwriting and performing.
He has written, performed, programmed, edited,
and produced music in a number of genres live, on
television, and in the studio. He has designed multimedia
websites, performed in musical theatre, and edited
video.
In addition to his musical career, Dan is also
a martial arts instructor, an aspiring writer, and
a certified scuba diving instructor.
His debut solo CD, Accidental, was released by
Maple/Universal in 2005, his award-winning music
video for the single Accidental Kisses was played
in rotation on MuchMoreMusic, and his songs have
been played in features and on rotation across Canada
on local and satellite radio and on international
internet radio.
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