THE BAND
Irish singer/song writer “Damian Cullen” moved to London in search of fame & fortune only to find the streets was not paved in gold. In the fall of 2009 & disenchanted with the present state of the music scene in London, Damian Cullen decided to move to Helsinki. He rounded up musicians & made his debut show at the Seasons of Sounds Festival in Helsinki on New Year’s Day 12:15pm 2010.
“A true punk rocker” stinking of angst, attitude with a style that contains more glamour than any top shelf dirty magazine, Damian is armed with what can only be described as classic rock anthems (Shangrila America/ Supersonic/ You’re an angel & I don’t wanna play house) that bite deep into the bone! The songs that he writes are foot stompin’ with melodies, hooks & great lyrics.
To get his music heard & seen Damian, edited & produced videos: Shangrila America/ Supersonic/ You’re an angel & Turn the lights down low. In less than one year Damian Cullen built up a great following all around the globe due to the internet and gained thousands of viewers & listeners. . Damian was exceptionally booked on several festivals in Finland and Estonia during the year 2010
The following year 2011 Damian Cullen brought out an official single and a video titled "Popcorn Girl" with an additional bonus track “I'm ok”. First edition of the CD single was sold out in advance and the digital sales put him & his band on the top of many individual store charts.
“Misty Fingez," guitarist, appointed himself in charge of all finances, acting manager & booking agent, he booked Damian to appear on some off the best clubs and coolest festivals in Finland, also had Damian debuting in Germany with a sold out venue.
2012. It was time to get rid of all the session and live musicians. Damian’s long time friend “Pekko Mantzin” guitarist/songwriter was asked to join & collaborate on song writing & The Damian Cullen “Band” was formed: Damian Cullen (vocals), Pekko Mantzin (guitar), Misty Fingez (guitar), Heidi Meri (bass) & Wille Granö (drums). Pekko & Damian made a great songwriting team & also wrote & arranged a little ditty entitled “The story of my life” together. It was time to record but, Heidi Meri had to quit the band & move away & study at college. She was replaced by Eric Jacobi from Denmark. A debut Damian Cullen Band “Paved with good intentions" E.P was made: The story of my life/ Wonderland/ I don’t wanna play house & a 60’s classic It’s cold outside (by the Choir was covered).
“Paved with good intentions” Hit the charts. The EP was released
on 26th of September 2013 and the feedback was awesome.
The third most sold rock album of the year in Meteli.net
(a Finnish download store). Deezer which was finally started in Finland ranked Damian Cullen Band the 3rd most listened rock album. On top of that Spotify stats showed around 30,000 plays by the end of the year. Not a bad outcome!
Touring-wise that year was Finland, Finland and then some Finland but, Damian Cullen Band visited some great new towns like Hämeenlinna, Joensuu, which Damian wanted to do since the day one and Järvenpää as well.
In Hämeenlinna. Damian Cullen Band were the chosen artist for the opening party of a new rock club called "Road House". Järvenpää and Joensuu DCB actually visited twice, which was nice. One of their highlights of the year was the touring with Damian’s friends “Tango Pirates”. The legendary punk rockers came to Finland to have a blast with Damian Cullen Band. 3 shows was played with them + an acoustic jam night on top of that “Paved with good intentions” Hit the charts. The EP was released on 26th of September 2013 and the feedback was awesome. The third most sold rock album of the year in Meteli.net (a Finnish download store). Deezer which was finally started in Finland ranked
2013. Brought 2 new members into the band: Jussi Aaltonen (guitar), Izzy Jenz (guitar). (Monday was on drums briefly as a stand in for wille Granö).
17th Aug 2013 The brand new DCB lineup played their debut show at a charity event Valtti Fest, Helsinki. The new songs & new lineup was well received. Ex DCB guitarist" Pekko Mantzin" is still working with Damian Cullen Band but, now behind the scenes as Damian’s co writing partner.
2014. It was time for DCB to record their debut album entitled "Cracking up" It was made available (limited edition) order only from musicpledge. Meanwhile we will keep you updated on dates/ tour dates & gossip so, for now enjoy DCB songs and please spread the word about this band! ;)
Damian Cullen Band's
Damian Cullen (vocals)
Bryan Ugartechea (bass)
Niklas Nyberg (guitar)
Wille Granö (drums)
