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For your GRAMMY® consideration

The faces behind ​this grammy ​contending

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A brief introduction to the people behind the ​album ‘dan cain: honesty & nostalgia’ by duncan ​daniels, being considered for;

Vitaliy Tkachuk

Ukrainian Guitarist

Hailing from Odessa, Ukraine, ​Tkachuk recorded a ​breathtaking guitar solo for ​"Take my hand” amidst a ​Russian bomb raid, refusing to ​stop to take shelter. His ​resilience and talent bring an ​emotional depth to the album, ​making his contribution truly ​unforgettable.


Tracks credited:

  1. Hodor
  2. One Perfect Day
  3. Evergreen
  4. Leave it all
  5. Candle

7. Peacock Feather

9. Take my hand

10. Live before I Die

Horacio Paris

Costa Rican Drummer

Paris provided the percussive backbone for many tracks on the album. ​His rhythmic expertise was vital in driving the album’s dynamic energy, ​from intimate ballads to rock anthems.


Tracks credited:

1. Hodor 2. One Perfect Day 3. Evergreen 4. Leave it All

5. Candle 6. Holy Water 7. Peacock Feather

9. Take my hand 10. Live Before I Die

Dorothy Takev

Background Vocalist

Takev’s soulful and rich background vocals add depth and ​emotional resonance to several tracks. Her voice provides the ​perfect complement to Duncan Daniels’ lead vocals, enhancing the ​overall harmony and feel of the album.

Tracks credited:

1. Hodor 4. Leave it all 9. Take my hand

Johnatha ​Bastos

Brazilian ​Guitarist

Born without hands, Bastos plays the guitar using his feet ​and delivered a stunning performance on "Peacock ​Feather." His inspiring story and exceptional skills add a ​unique and powerful touch to the album.


Track credit:

7. Peacock feather

Nicole ​Picazo


Arranger & Composer


Track Credited : Holy Water


Nicole Picazo is an experienced arranger and composer whose work on Dan ​Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia is instrumental in shaping the orchestral ​arrangements. Her detailed arrangements for tracks like "Holy Water" ​showcase her ability to blend classical elements with contemporary rock, ​creating a rich, multi-layered sound. Her contribution adds depth and ​sophistication to the overall composition


Jan Chalupecký

Conductor, Czech National Symphony Orchestra


Jan Chalupecký is a renowned conductor who leads the ​Czech National Symphony Orchestra in their live orchestral ​performance on Dan Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia. His ​direction on "Holy Water" transforms the track into a ​sweeping, emotionally charged ballad, bringing a classical ​grandeur that complements the rock foundation of the ​album. His expertise in orchestral music adds a powerful ​dimension to this project.


Track credited:

HOLY WATER

André Vasconcellos


Brazilian Bassist

Vasconcellos, known for his impeccable timing and ​groove, plays an integral role in the album’s rhythm ​section. His contributions on bass lay the groundwork ​for the album’s bold and expansive sound.


3. Evergreen 4. Leave it All

7. Peacock Feather 9. Take my hand

Tracks credited:

Lewis Jones

Abbey Road ​Studios

Mixing Engineer


Track credited:

holy water

At Abbey Road, Lewis has built strong relationships with top composers like Michael Giacchino, Thomas ​Newman, and Alexandre Desplat. He has worked on major film scores such as *Skyfall*, *Avengers ​Assemble*, *The Grand Budapest Hotel*, and *The Hobbit* trilogy. His passion for the diversity of ​projects, from recording orchestras in Studio One to working with Hip Hop and Grime artists in The ​Gatehouse, continues to fuel his love for the craft.


His mixing on Dan Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia elevates the album’s sonic quality, ensuring every live ​performance is captured with precision.

With a career spanning iconic projects at Abbey Road Studios, Paul ​Pritchard’s work on Dan Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia elevates the sonic quality ​of the album. Known for his collaborations with artists like Elton John and ​Charlie Puth, Pritchard brings his precision and expertise to tracks like "One ​Perfect Day." His involvement ensures that the live instrumentation and vocal ​layers are perfectly balanced, creating a polished yet emotionally resonant ​sound.


Track credited:

one perfect day

Paul ​Pritchard

Mixing Engineer, Abbey Road Studios


Luciano Vassão

Mastering Engineer

3x Latin Grammy Winner 14x Latin Grammy Nominated

A renowned mastering engineer with ​years of experience, Luciano Vassão ​played a crucial role in ensuring that ​each track on Dan Cain: Honesty & ​Nostalgia is mastered to perfection. His ​work brings clarity and balance to the ​album’s sound, making every ​instrument and vocal shine with ​precision. Luciano’s expertise in audio ​mastering is evident across the entire ​project, helping to elevate its overall ​sonic quality.


Alex Solano

Mastering Engineer & Dolby Atmos Specialist

Alex Solano is not only a highly skilled mastering engineer but also ​a specialist in Dolby Atmos Immersive Audio. His work on Dan ​Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia ensures that the album delivers a rich, ​multidimensional audio experience. By utilizing cutting-edge ​Dolby Atmos technology, Alex creates an immersive soundstage ​that enhances the live instrumentation and orchestration on the ​album, particularly on tracks like "Holy Water." His dedication to ​bringing depth and dimension to the album’s sound makes him an ​essential part of the production team.


Pablo Arruda

Brazilian Bassist

Tracks credited:

2. One perfect day 5. Candle ​10. Live before i die

Arruda’s basslines provide the ​foundational groove ​throughout the album. His ​seamless ability to blend rock ​with soulful undercurrents ​makes the rhythm section tight ​and impactful.


Clayrocksu

Nigerian Rock Goddess & ​Vocalist


Track Credited : Evergreen


Clayrocksu is a pioneer of rock music in Nigeria, known ​for blending rock with African rhythms and storytelling. ​On Dan Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia, she collaborates with ​Duncan Daniels on the track "Evergreen," showcasing her ​powerful vocals and dynamic presence. Her influence on ​the track, combined with her signature rock sound, adds ​depth and emotion, making it a standout on the album.



Orchestral Ensemble


Czech National ​Symphony Orchestra

The live orchestral arrangements on the album, particularly ​on "Holy Water," were performed by the Czech National ​Symphony Orchestra, adding a layer of grandeur and emotion ​to the project that few albums achieve.


Track credited:

holy water

Wilson Joel

Producer

Co-produced "Into the Sunset," adding his expertise in arranging and ​production to ensure the track’s emotional depth and sonic clarity.

Track credited:

8. Into the sunset

Alex ‘Crez’ Creswell

Mixing Engineer

Crez’s mixing work, ​particularly on tracks like ​"Leave It All" and "Candle," ​helped create a polished, ​refined sound, bringing out ​the best in both the live ​instruments and vocals.


Tracks credited:

4. Leave it All 5. Candle

8. Into the Sunset

9. Take my hand

10. Live it All

Lady

Albatross

American wind instrumentalist and composer based in Norway.


Track Credited : Evergreen


Featured on "Evergreen," Lady Albatross brings ethereal flute melodies that ​complement the album's rock instrumentation, offering a delicate and ​atmospheric touch to the arrangements.


Sophia Kids


African Children’s Ensemble

Their playful recording of African children’s games on ​"Evergreen" brings a nostalgic, heartfelt moment to the album, ​connecting it to childhood memories and cultural roots.


Track credited:

3. eVERGREEN

Victoria Ajagunlabi (Ajag)

Vocalist & Songwriter

Ajagunlabi, also ​known as Ajag, is a ​Nigerian vocalist ​and songwriter with ​a flair for weaving ​folk elements into ​contemporary ​music. Her work on ​"Peacock Feather" ​alongside Duncan ​Daniels, showcases ​her emotive vocal ​delivery and lyrical ​prowess. Ajag's ​contribution adds a ​layer of authenticity ​and warmth to the ​track, further ​highlighting her gift ​for storytelling ​through music.

Track credited:

7. peacock feather

Oludare "Myxtical" ​Emmanuel

Mixing Engineer & Producer


Based in Nigeria, Myxtical played a key role in mixing tracks like ​"Evergreen" and working with "The Sophia Kids" on the African ​children’s game recordings. His contributions were essential to ​shaping the album’s global sound.


Tracks credited:


1. hodor 3. Evergreen 7. Peacock Feather

Duncan daniels

Artist, Producer & Songwriter

The masterminds behind this album, Duncan Daniels is a US-born Nigerian artist known for his ​versatility in Afrobeats and Rock music. With this album, Daniels showcases his deep-rooted love ​for rock, alternative, and live instrumentation, all while producing, composing and writing the ​entire project himself. His commitment to authentic, live music shines through each track.


Dan Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia is a triumph of global ​collaboration, musical diversity, and immersive ​sound. With contributions from musicians around ​the world, including performances under challenging ​circumstances, the album stands as a significant ​achievement in both alternative music and immersive ​audio. Duncan Daniels has created a project that ​resonates deeply.


Dan Cain: Honesty & Nostalgia ​showcases a powerful blend of ​alternative rock, folk, and live ​orchestral elements, with standout ​performances across the album. Daniels ​pushes the boundaries of alternative ​music, creating a sound that’s both ​authentic and eclectic.


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