For those not yet acquainted with Los Angeles based The Dear & Departed they are fronted by none other than our very own celebrity kiwi Dan Smith who stars on top rating US reality television show L.A INK alongside Kat Von D filmed on location at High Voltage Tattoo in California. Since the band's inception, The Dear & Departed have risen from strength to strength cementing a diehard fan base.The band are ecstatic to finally release music in New Zealand, a place Dan still refers to as home.
Their new EP Chapters features 5 brand new tracks of classic British influenced new wave rock, drawing influences from the likes of The Cure, New Order,and The Jam. Infectious melody, undeniable hooks and stellar production courtesy of New Found Glory's Chad Gilbert, this is a must-have release for this summer's collection.
