Dragons of Zynth also known as "D.O.Z" is an American indie rock band from Brooklyn, NY.
[edit] History
Dragons of Zynth's frontmen, Aku and Akwetey, are twins and were raised in Cleveland, OH.[1] The group first won notice with the demo recording of their first single "War Lover" in 2004. The song features former drummer and collaborative producer Devang Shah. The band gained attention early on for their live show opening for TV on the Radio in 2005 and collaborating with U.K. outfit Massive Attack later that year. Their debut full-length, Coronation Thieves, was released in September of 2007 and was produced by David Sitek. In support of the album, D.O.Z. embarked on a multi-national tour with Yeasayer and U.S. dates with poet, musician Saul Williams in 2008. The band has shared stages with Modest Mouse, Television and The Roots. The band's sophmore album is expected in 2012.
[edit] Members
- Aku - vocals, keyboards, guitar
- Akwetey - vocals, guitar, fx, samplers
- J.Bernard - drums
- FonLin - bass, keyboards
[edit] Discography
- Coronation Thieves (Gigantic Music, 2007)
- "Xerathyn" The Green Owl Compilation-A Benefit For The Energy Action Coalition (2010)
[edit] Other Appearances
- Aku is featured as a vocalist in Maximum Balloon's single "Tiger" (2010)
- Aku appears as "Fast Kid" in the 2012 release of Grand Street
- Akwetey appears as a Striker in Season Two's Georgia Peach episode of Boardwalk Empire, singing "A Balm in Gilead" (2011)
[edit] References
- Footnotes
- Further reading
