dGare - 360 Degrees
she'll take you on a journey you won't forget

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dGare is a Wellington, New Zealand, -based singer-songwriter whose dynamic and thought-provoking debut album - 360 degrees - is a musical experience altogether different.

Song content, composition and delivery is of a standard rarely seen in alternative pop albums. dGARE has worked with musicians from all over Australasia including string players from the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra (NZSO) to produce this album. 360 degrees is a concept album with an eclectic mix of songs that can stand solidly on their own or as a body of work. It’s honest, emotive and quirky in style.

The lyrics speak of life’s struggles and successes including themes that challenge social frameworks. They urge you out of a mindless comfort zone to truly examine issues. dGARE questions everything from the 60 minute sofa cure provided by therapists, to artistic criticism, technology and schizophrenia.

‘Natalie’s Toaster’ is a hip and unnerving take on the daily rat-race. Some of the songs are truly haunting, well orchestrated, the powerful words speak volumes. They are raw, beautiful and exceptional. You may even get shivers down your spine. It’s not all intense however, ‘Shake ya Seuss’ is a rocking number that’s wacky and fun.

In a tribute to the French Impressionists, the track ‘Le Salon’ seems to self-reflect 360 degrees as a project daring to survive in the uninspirational climate of commercial music. Clearly dGARE’s 360 degrees has X-factor.

dGARE says, “ 360 degrees will deliver to those who appreciate artistic depths. It’s a project with guts and passion for what it wants to express”.  

Here's some 30 second samples from dGare's debut album - 360 Degrees.