OUR STORY
“This is more than mere brand recognition or a comeback of sorts. This is a band that has found it's way home...”
- Brian Lush - Editor - RockWired Magazine
ECMA winners Dali Van Gogh stand as a testament to the raw power and unyielding spirit of hard rock music. Hailing from the vibrant city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, this female-fronted ensemble has carved their path through the industry with a blend of showmanship, originality, and unparalleled musicianship. Their electrifying performances have left audiences in awe across the expanse of Canada, sharing stages with titans of rock such as Buckcherry, The Glorious Sons, and The Headpins.
With four full-length albums, two EPs, and a string of over a dozen singles under their belt, Dali Van Gogh's sonic footprint reverberates worldwide. Their compositions, marked by their distinctive blend of intensity and melody, have garnered widespread radio play, critical acclaim, and coveted award recognition. Their latest EP, "New Blood, Old Wounds," stands as a testament to their artistic evolution, clinching the prestigious 2023 East Coast Music Award for Loud Recording of the Year, and an additional nomination for Rock Recording of the Year. This instant classic bears the sonic fingerprint of renowned producers Eric Ratz and Robert Laidlaw, who boast accolades from the Juno and Grammy Awards.
Rachelle "Rocky" Moreau
Lead Vocalist of Dali Van Gogh.
Beyond their musical prowess, Dali Van Gogh proudly stands as ambassadors for their craft, endorsed by esteemed brands such as SE Electronics, Hipshot Guitar Products, JH Audio, and Halo Custom Guitars. This symbiotic relationship underscores their commitment to excellence, on and off the stage, as they continue to push boundaries of their artistry.
In a often dominated by conformity, Dali Van Gogh stands as a beacon of authenticity and resilience. Their journey serves an inspiration to aspiring musicians and a testament to the enduring power of rock and roll. With each thunderous riff and impassioned lyric, they reaffirm their rightful place among the pantheon of rock legends, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all who bear witness to their electrifying performances.
BAND BIOS
ROCKY MOREAU - LEAD VOCALS / KEYS
A graduate of Music Arts program at NSCC, Moreau is no stranger to the stage having performed with various ensembles across the province as both a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. She joined Dali Van Gogh in January of 2019, just as the band were finishing up the recording process for "Under Her Spell". Lending her considerable vocal presence to the already rich harmonies of the band, as well as bringing nearly 2 decades of performing chops on the piano/keyboard, Rachelle was an immediate fit in the touring act.
Rachelle "Rocky" Moreau took over as front-woman for Dali Van Gogh in summer of 2021.
Stage Instruments:
Roland AX-Edge Keytar
Roland FP Digital Piano
Equipment:
SE-V7 Vocal Mic
Klein KTB-1
Boss OC-3 Super Octave
V-Tone GDI 21
ISAAC KENT - GUITAR
Isaac Kent has been the driving force behind Dali Van Gogh, and as the founder of group his story is largely that of the band.
Born in 1990, Kent began his musical career as a saxophonist at age 12, and came to guitar late in life at the age of 17 shortly after attending a Guns N Roses concert, Awestruck by the spectacle of the night, Isaac his since aggressively perused not only guitar, but a career as a performing/touring artist.
He joined his first band, a power metal group called Black Rose in the summer of 2007, and helped to form the pop rock trio Eight Days To Saturday that winter.
Wishing to find the balancing point between his metal guitar skills and his pop and country song writing sensibilities. Isaac formed Dali Van Gogh in 2008.
Stage Instruments:
Ibanez Jem 7V
Kramer Assault Custom Mod
Epiphone J-200CE (Acoustic)
Gibson Les Paul BFG
Gibson Les Paul Sutdio
Equipment:
SE-V7 Vocal Mic
D'Addario Strings
Line 6 Helix
LANCE HICKS - BASS
A multi instrumentalist, Lance pumps the low strings as bassist for Dali Van Gogh, and also lends his voice to the band's ever expanding harmonies.
Born and raised in Halifax, NS, Lance is a recent graduate of the NSCC Music program and is now studying electronics along side his work with the band. With years of stage experience, and a profound love of hard rock and metal, Lance is an excellent new addition to the band.
Stage Instruments:
Jay Turser Custom
Ibanez SR 755
ESP LTD GC-P4
Epiphone Blackbird
Halo Custom
Equipment:
SE-V7 Vocal Mic
D'Addario Strings
Tech 21 Sans Amp DI
Kemper Profiler
JAMISON TOMKA - DRUMS
A veteran of the Canadian club circuit, Jamison Tomka is the latest addition to Dali Van Gogh, bringing with him nearly 20 years of percussion expertise.
Jamison is a graduate of Arts Canterbury and performed for 6 years with the bands Hopper and Skyband throughout central Canada before moving east to Nova Scotia. A year later he finds himself as the new back beat of Dali Van Gogh.
Stage Instruments:
Tama Superstar Hyperdrive
Attack Drum Heads
Los Cabso drumsticks
Equipment:
sE V7x Snare Mics
sE V Kick Mic
sE V Beat Tom Mics
sE8 Pencil Condenser
sE X1 S Condenser