If it's sweat, forceful frets and flying dreadlocks, Dharmata is on stage.
The five-man, West Palm Beach-based band has been rocking its way through the local club scene with detours to Tallahassee since forming last year. Lead vocalist Jay Slim describes their sound as manic.
"It's chill and heavy," he said. "It's one. It's the other. It's both."
Slim is backed by guitarists Greg Diamond Phillips and Chris Turbo, bassist Kevin Sanchez and drummer Chip Rommell. They've built an original works repertoire of varying rhythms featuring lyrics that take a raw, honest look at life. The musical influences span metal to hip-hop. "All of it finds its way into our songs," Slim said.
The mix is presented and tossed out at high energy, positive shows. "Our gigs are the cornerstone of what we do," Slim said. "We're truly in our element performing live."
The group is auditioning its catalog in front of audiences, testing which ones are album-worthy. They expect to begin laying down tracks this month for their debut CD at Hellaphant Records inside Swampgrass Willy's, 9910 Highway A1A Alt, Palm Beach Gardens. The band is set to perform at the club July 11. Call 561-625-1555, or visit myspace.com/dharmatamusic.
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