Until recently, Dan Sheehan was known mostly to fans of the underground Northeast rock scene as "the guy from Banter," his cult-status alt-rock band from Boston, MA. In 2008 Sheehan is gaining a national name for himself with airplay on over 200 radio stations in North America and Europe supporting his latest project, The Dan Sheehan Conspiracy.
The DSC picks up where Banter’s classic/alternative rock roots left off but tackles new territory in the wake of Sheehan’s liberation from the democracy that was the band he once led. Opening track “The Valley” starts off the 14-song collection with an Arabic drone reminiscent of Banter’s “Open Wide” but then veers into a series of hooks that take the song to hard rock heaven, while songs like the instrumental “Another Morning” and the harmony-laden “Tired Eyes” reveal a softer side to Sheehan’s songwriting not charted in the Banter days. “Rock Song” (named after actual rocks, not rock music) delves into Dylanesque three-chord folk rock while “Collateral Damage,” is a biting rap/rock indictment of America’s apathy toward civilian casualties of war and humanitarian efforts. “Epic Fantasy Adventure Song” charms with its self-conscious prog-ness, while straight ahead rockers like “See Kay” and “Melting Snowman” summon the spirit of the grunge era. While A&R reps might frown upon the sonic diversity of the DSC, music fans driven to downloading the few standout singles from a dealth of formulaic albums will be refreshed by Sheehan’s musical boldness as did fans of pioneering rock acts of the past.
The Dan Sheehan Conspiracy also makes a significant statement on music production, pushing the limits of DIY recording with Sheehan playing everything from bass to slide whistle and ably tackling most of the engineering and production work. Notably helping him along are ex-Morrissey skinsman Spencer Cobrin sharing drumming duties with session man Roi Star and a few guest engineers including ex-Toadies guitarist Darrel Herbert.
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i see your eyes are as good as your ears,lol how have u been? haven't been to any shows lately, i've been busy working on my own stuff ,hoping to get the album finished soon. what's on the agenda for the DSC ???
hey dan! thanks for the bday wishes. Im in the california desert getting ready for deployment.. how are things in the audio world?? I miss it VERY MUCH
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wow, I really enjoyed listening to your cd (numerous times). I look forward to playing The Dan Sheehan Conspiracy on our new radio station. We should go live next month. Enjoy your awesome talent!! peace, Paddy
HEY MAN! There's a huge stack of Pulse magazines right outside my office...and there you are...FULL PAGE! Nice Job! Did you know that the Long Island Podcast Network used to broadcast from my basement? I swear it's true...
hi. ive put epic fantasy adventure song on brcfp on live 365.its only a small internet station..just plays music in a loop(no talking)but gets the odd listener.
hey dan! LOVE the new pictures!!!!!! wish i could been there for that! :) hope to see you at a show sometime! it's been to long. and don't forget, you're still welcome here anytime!
Hey Dan thans for the ups on "I Don't Care". Same hear man I'm diiging your tunes also. Glad you enjoyed Montego Bay. You should check out the Reggae Sunsplash and jam with fellow musicians when you go again. Much blessings and peace in this year and the eternal.
