Artist description Girl-fronted Premium Alternative Rock

Music Style Girl-Fronted Premium Alternative Rock

Musical Influences No Doubt, Incubus, Red Hot Chili Peppers

Similar Artists No Doubt, Incubus, Red Hot Chili Peppers

Artist History Energy. In one word, that's Desmo. "The two-year -old band more appropriately dubs their sound 'premium alternative' and deliver it with pure rock power" (Randy Harward, City Weekly). Since the summer of 2000 Desmo's tight sound and captivating presence have made them one of the most popular and respected bands in the state. Desmo has played some of the area's most coveted shows including SLC's First Night, University of Utah's Redfest, City Weekly's Showdown to SXSW, and X-96's Tuesday Tunes at Trolley. Playing live on 94.9's Z-Morning Zoo, appearing live on TV, along with consistent live performances have lent Desmo wide exposure and appeal. With momentum building into 2002, Desmo recorded their second EP, Autobiographies. "We knew it was time for a new record when people were demanding to have new stuff," said guitarist, Jason. The new cuts evidenced fresh depth and pop/rock prowess as heard in the first track Run, a big hit at live shows. Autobiographies was immediately termed by City Weekly to be one of Salt Lake City's best records. Desmo's shows are pure aural and visual enjoyment. "Melanie's vocals are as in-your-face as possible while remaining melodious . . . the ethic is simple: It's all about achieving a rapport with the crowd via energetic delivery" (Randy Harward, City Weekly). Melanie was voted one of Salt Lake's best female vocalists in the 2002 SLAMMY Awards. Add to that Jason and Milo's stage antics and Jaxn's rock hard rhythms and you've got Desmo's premium alternative rock. Their dynamic live show earned them a spot in the final five (out of almost 200 artists) in 94.9's local American Idol contest. Desmo plans to continue playing regionally and spreading their music on the internet in order to gain further exposure in the industry with their "pure rock power".

Group Members Melanie Van Orden - Vocals, Jason Van Orden - Guitars, Jaxn - Drums/Percussion, Milo - Bass

Instruments Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Drums

Albums Desmo EP, Autobiographies

Press Reviews "This is the kind of thing that I could literally listen to all evening long." (Frankie C - 94.9 KZHT) "We've had some big bands in here and these guys are just as good if not better than a lot of these signed artists that we've had come through our studio." (Kelli Taylor - 94.9 KZHT) "...Desmo has already shown promise of developing a strong and loyal fan base in the area." (Napster.com) "Spunky suburban pop-funk sporting a serious rock crunch beneath sugary and moody hooks, all pushed over the top with singer Melanie Van Orden belting her #$& off." (Bill Frost - City Weekly)

Additional Info http://www.desmoband.com

Location Salt Lake City, Utah - USA

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