Down & Dirty Searching For New Vocalist
Down & Dirty Searching For New Vocalist
June 16, 2014
After three albums, singer Stevie Ray Del Real (Majyk) and Down & Dirty are parting ways. Despite the split, the band will remain intact to play gigs already booked this summer while they begin the seach for a new frontman.
“With feelings of grief, and clarity, I would like to announce my departure from the band Down & Dirty,” said Del Real in a recent statement. “These past five plus years have been a dream, and I do not regret a thing. I love this band with all my heart — Joey, Ryan, and L.A. will always be part of my life. I want to make it clear that they are in no way my reason for leaving; I just believe it is time for me to expand my horizons and explore other avenues of my musical career.”
“I will continue working with the band for the next few months and giving it all I’ve got until the end of the summer,” the singer continues. “The shows we have booked, and will continue to book throughout the summer, will be in place and give me the opportunity to see you all out there again. At the same time I will be working with the guys to help find for the perfect person to fill my spot. I wish this band all the luck in the world in everything they do. I want to thank each one of them as well as our amazing manager Gaetano for everything we have accomplished together. I love you guys; you are my brothers, and my friends. I will always be a supporter. Above all, I want to thank all of you, the fans. You are the ones that came to every show you could, rocked out hard, and made me feel so loved. You are the reason we do what we do and you have helped mold what I have become. Thank you for the best years of my life thus far. I hope you all will continue to give Down & Dirty your love and support after my departure.”
“Although we are very sad to hear of this decision, it is one that he has respectfully discussed with us and that we support him in 100%,” said the remaining members of Down & Dirty. “Each artist, musician, and dreamer must find their own path; something each of us is always working towards. However, sometimes paths go separate ways, this is understood and accepted, we hope the fans will support his decision as well. We are grateful that Stevie has stated that he will continue to work with us through the summer, as well as help us to find the next addition to our team. This is an area where friends and fans can help as well. As we start the search for another member please let us know if you know someone whom you feel may be the perfect fit, often it has been through friends of the band where the best connections are made. As for now, the shows that are already booked throughout the summer will go on as scheduled. Down & Dirty is dedicated to their fans and will always come through to rock the house! For now let us say again — we support Stevie in his decision and wish him luck in all future endeavors.”
The Illinois based band are now seeking a strong frontman to help take them to the next level. They are searching for a dedicated and serious vocalist who shares in the vision of success that Down & Dirty has established, is between the ages of 18 and 25, has a strong vocal style and capabilities (someone who can perform the three CD’s worth of music already recorded and bring their own style and flare to what lies ahead), and has a positive attitude and style who knows how to handle a crowd as a ‘rock ‘n’ roll master of ceremonies’. The successful candidate must be able to travel, have a form of transportation, and live in the Joliet, Illinois, area or be willing to relocate. Any interested musicians can contact the band at www.facebook.com/downndirtychicago or send an email to gm7gm@yahoo.com.
Down & Dirty released their debut album ‘Live Fast’ in 2009, followed by ‘Taste Of Rock & Roll’ and last year’s ‘Down To The Wire’. Regarding their latest release Sleaze Roxx said, “While Down & Dirty have stayed true to their hair metal roots they decided to take a few chances on this release that probably was out of their comfort zone just a couple years ago.
Courtesy of www.sleazeroxx.com