Artist / Band: Dan Amor

From: Penmachno

Style / influences: Mainly acoustic. Influences: 50s 60s and 70s pop/folk/rock

Who's in the band?
Myself (guitars) Ben Ellis (harmony vocals) Plus ocassional guests

Been going since: About 15 years ago

Where they play: The length and breadth of Wales, with occasional outings across the border. London gigs have included Hundred Club, Marquee, Garage

Favourite local venue: Eagles, Penmachno, and Shiloh Centre, Cwm Penmachno

Best/worst moment so far: Best: Being played by John Peel Worst: Breaking my finger before a tour

Songs they cover: I slip in to the occasional cover - Y Cyrff, Everly Brothers, Maffia Mr Huws, Inspiral Carpets

Recordings available: November Gold (Lawrence Music, 2003) Dychwelyd (Crai, 2005) Hwyr/O hyd (Crai 2006) Disgyn Mewn I Freuddwyd (MySpace Free Download, 2007) Adlais (Recordiau Cae Gwyn Records) 2007

Future plans: I will release an album before the end of the year and continue to gig regularly. I'm currently putting the finishing touches on a studio session for BBC Radio Cymru

Any other local bands you rate? Jen Jeniro, Alun Tan Lan, Gorwel & Fiona Owen, John Lawrence, Ben Marshall etc..

Website: www.myspace.com/danamor

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