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Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Label: Metal Blade Europe, Down Boys Records & Music Placement
Website: www.myspace.com
Sounds Like: Shinedown, Black Stone Cherry, Van Halen, Pantera, The Official Ronnie James Dio Fan Page
Genre: Rock
"Welcome to the alter of conviction" snarls DC4 frontman and guitarist Jeff Duncan as the band launches into the title track from their fourth release, Electric Ministry. Tackling subjects such as being on the wrong side of Johnny Law ("25 To Life"), the ultimate male specimen ("Rock God") and the pleasures of the flesh ("XXX") the quartet blast through eleven tracks on the Bill Metoyer produced opus. Metoyer, who has worked with the likes of Armored Saint, Fates Warning, WASP and Slayer amongst countless other bands, is basically a member of the DC4 family. "I first met Bill when he engineered Armored Saint's 'Revelation' album, " says Jeff. "Before long he started showing up at DC4 shows, checking us out. And he kept showing up more and more, it kind of became more than just showing up to see your friend play, ya know? So, we started talking and when the opportunity came up for us to work together he just jumped on board."
"We made a point of making Electric Ministry a real guitar album. Back to our roots as guitarists." says Rowan Robertson. "I think on 'Explode' we still had a bit of that 90's feel in us so we've gotten rid of that now." "This was the first time we had any special guests appear on a DC4 album," relates, Jeff. "We had Dizzy Reed from Guns N Roses provide keys on the songs "Dirty Hands" and "The Ballad Of Rock and Roll", Gonzo from Armored Saint played percussion on several tracks, also. Then we had our cousin, Erin Duncan, do backing vocals throughout the album and Juliette Primrose (Michael Flatley's Lord Of The Dance) played violin on "The Ballad Of Rock and Roll" as well."
Forming as the 21st Century became a reality DC4 came to be when Jeff Duncan met Rowan Robertson, the band's musical pedigree is virtually unrivaled by their peers. "Jeff and I met when a local promoter named Happenin' Harry asked us both to be in his backing back for a few shows in the LA area and in Chicago, " relates Robertson. "When we got back to LA he just flat out asked if I wanted to join DC4 and we got along so well and played so great together that I just had to do it." Jeff recalls that "I wasn't into the whole idea of auditioning guitarists, we would know the right one when he came long and that's exactly what happened. He was looking for the sort of situation we had to offer and as it turned out, we were looking for him!" Having spent time in such bands as the legendary Dio, metal heroes Armored Saint, the short lived Violet's Demise and Odin, a band who had reached cult status by the end of the 1980's without ever leaving Hollywood, DC4 is much more than just your average hard rock act.
Are you ready to "bless this congregation and the power that it brings"?
“(Los Angeles, CA - 11 October 2011) Metal Blade Recording Artists DC4 have been invited to participate in the first annual Monsters Of Rock cruise from February 25 - 28, 2012. Named after the legendary hard rock festival held at Donington Raceway near Birmingham, England, this time the Monsters Of Rock will wreak havoc on the high seas from Ft. Lauderdale, FL to Nassau, Bahamas and (hopefully!) back again.
DC4 joins Cinderella, Tesla, Kix, Keel, Stryper, Lynch Mob, UFO, Y&T, Firehouse, Black N' Blue, Faster Pussycat, Bang Tango, XYZ, Mr. Big's Eric Martin, John Corabi of The Scream and Motley Crue, Helix, Odin, Rhino Bucket and Night Ranger on the three day trip.”
Dave Tedder - DC4 Press Release
“They play a metallized hard rock style that can be compared to classic era Van Halen if Dimebag Darrel was the guitarist and songwriter. Yes, I mean that. They effectively craft songs with big, pumping, meaty riffs and hooks galore. Its essentially panties-on-the-head party metal with a sleazy, “good times” vibe that veers into dark, disturbing areas at times.”
Steel Druhm - Angry Metal Guy
“HARD FKIN ROCK FOR THE PEOPLE!!!! Talk about kick ass, this hasta be the rockiest album of the year so far! DC4 are a fearsome quartet who simply take no prisoners as they blast through the eleven tracks on this electrifying album!”
Shan - Battle Helm
“DC4 resurrects and reinvigorates their roots by preaching the gospel of hard rock on their third release Electric Ministry. Wanting to get the Nineties out their system, DC4 chose to focus on guitar rock, add some serious metal attitude, and essentially turn the knobs to eleven. Highly recommended! 4.5 0f 5 stars!”
Craig Hartranft - Danger Dog Music Reviews
“The years of experience in Dio, Armored Saint and even the luminary Odin provide the backbone to what is, overall, a great album and I would love to see these guys live. I can see these songs creating a great, old fashioned, beer soaked rock and roll atmosphere”
Dominic Walsh - Dawn of the deaf webzine UK
“DC4 is confirmed, however, that of a rock / metal craft and present, suitable for audiences of all ages, great example of teamwork in which the harmony and inspiration to give life, literally, for a valid and staff. It 'a metal that loses nothing in the recording studio, well played and produced with a transparency that can preserve flavors and moods, rendered in a form not far from the true dimension live. capable of doing the dirty work, the four Californians enjoy having fun, always ready to press on the accelerator, without fear, revealing a 'amalgamation worthy of respect, the result of natural talent and years of experience on stage. Rating "Excellent"”
Marco Soprani - Metalized
“The eleven tracks on the disc have it all in itself. Groove, dirt, hard rock and heavy metal go hand in hand and all this with an attitude that is unparalleled. Here, the combo does not forget, many with a wink ("XXX," "Rock God") or provided with a portion of seriousness ("25 To Life"). A fine balance, which knows how to put in every mood. In addition, there are songs like "The Ballad Of Rock And Roll," "Broken Soul", the lively "people" or the stomping "Glitter Girl" more rock anthems, all of which should be provided with the seal of approval.
Rated 9 out of 10”
Ingo Netweg - Metal.de webzine
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(Los Angeles, CA - 6 June 2011) LA based hard rockers DC4, featuring Jeff Duncan of Armored Saint and former DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson as well as bassist Matt Duncan and drummer Shawn Duncan (of Odin fame) have set Tuesday, June 7th as the start date for pre-orders of their blinding new album, Electric Ministry for North America and all other territories outside of the UK and Europe.All orders will ship on 29 July 2011.
This special version of Electric Ministry comes with a bonus track, “Translucent Life” and may be ordered signed or unsigned. The landing pad for the pre-order can be found at www.dc4rocks.com. You can also listen to Electric Ministry’s first single, “XXX” at the link.
Pre-orders for the album in the UK and Europe are being taken at http://www.metalblade.com/dc4/.
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DC4 - DC4 MYSPACE BLOG
“L.A. Hard Rockers DC4 feat. Jeff Duncan of Armored Saint and former DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson launch landing page and release first single taken off new album 'Electric Ministry'!
L.A. Hard Rockers DC4 are all pumped up for the release of their latest ass-kicking record Electric Ministry! Electric Ministry will be released on CD via Metal Blade Records in Europe on July, 29 (G/A/S), August, 1 (rest of Europe)!
In collaboration with Metal Blade Records DC4 have now launched a landing page where you can check out pre-order options and listen to XXX, the first single taken off the new album Electric Ministry! Please surf over to http://www.metalblade.com/dc4 to check it out!
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Blabbermouth
“DC4, the Los Angeles-based hard rock band featuring guitarist Rowan Robertson (ex-DIO) alongside brothers Jeff Duncan (ARMORED SAINT, ODIN) on lead vocals and guitar, Shawn Duncan (ODIN) on drums and Matt Duncan on bass, will release its new album, "Electric Ministry", in Europe on August 1 (except in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, where it will arrive three days earlier) via Metal Blade Records.
See more with Link!”
Metal Blade Records - Blabbermouth
“There was quite a stir at the Rock N Roll Gangstar booth at this years NAMM show in Anaheim California Jan 14th. Members of WASP, ODIN, London, Armored Saint and DC4 were scheduled to sign for a special "Decline Of The Western Civilization" signing when the crowed was so big NAMM Security was called in to clear a path.
"It was crazy" says Shawn Duncan (Odin/DC4 drummer) "all of a sudden there were all these people and next thing I knew there was security trying to shut us down"..Daryl Boyd,"We had to sweet talk the security so we could get this thing done", "I don't think any of us expected this many people to show up"!
In the end all things were signed, photo's were taken and everyone had a great time.
Here is a picture of Chris Holmes (WASP), Nadir D'Priest (London),Jeff Duncan (DC4, Armored Saint, Odin), Phil Sandoval (Armored Saint), Gonzo Sandoval (Armored Saint), Matt Duncan (DC4), Shawn Duncan (DC4, Odin) and Darryl Boyd in back from Rock N Roll Gangstar.”
DC4 - DC4 Myspace Blog
“ARMORED SAINT/DC4 Guitarist Jeff Duncan To Perform With DIZZY REED At M3 Festival”
BWBK.COM
“DC4/ex-DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson recently spoke with Jason Saulnier at the Good Time Metal Oldies radio show. The interview is available in two parts below.
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Hot Flashes - BWBK.COM
“DC4 Plays To A SOLD OUT Crowd At Their Explode CD Release Show”
Key Club Hollywood
“DC4 Makes History With Dirtbag Clothing & Entertainment!”
John Alves - Dirtbag Clothing & Entertainment
“(Explode is) a fuel injected hard rock experience!”
Ragman - The Right To Rock
“KNAC.com Interviews DC4's Jeff Duncan and Rowan Robertson”
Junkman - KNAC.com
“(DC4)churn out some amazing high-quality, high-powered rock on Explode.”
By Bob Nalbandian - HardRadio.com
“Guitar Legends Interviews Rowan Robertson”
Guitar Legends
“DC4 Confirmed For SXSW Music Festival 2009 In Austin TX”
Bravewords.com
“Rockin' Metal Revival Radio Interviews Rowan Robertson”
Rockin' Metal Revival Radio
“Rowan Robertson & Jeff Duncan Pick Up New Endorsement (Tone Pros) At NAMM 2009”
Tone Pros
“Metal Messiah Radio Interviews Rowan Robertson”
Metal Messiah Radio
“DC4 Added To Keel Reunion Show!”
Blabbermouth.net - Blabbermouth.net
“Members of Armored Saint Perform with DC4 in Apple Valley, Ca.!”
blabbermouth.net - blabbermouth.net
“DC4 Tour Dates Announced!”
Blabbermouth.net - Blabbermouth.net
“Mandy Lion Schedules Date with DC4!”
Blabbermouth.net - Blabbermouth.net
“DC4 Enters Skull Seven Studios To Record”
Chavis Records - www.chavisrecords,net
“DC4 Confirmed To Perform At Rocklahoma”
Blabbermouth.net
“DC4 To Premier On XM Satellite Radio's Hard Rock Station "BONEYARD"”
XM Radio - XM Radio
“DC4 Guitarist Rowan Robertson To Perform On Movie Soundtrack”
Chavis Records - Chavis Records
“DC4 Guitarist Jeff Duncan Performs on GnR's Dizzy Reed's solo project”
Chavis Recrods - Chavis Records
