Dive Bella Dive cover Lana Del Rey and The Kinks

The band have recorded two very special songs from their rehearsal studio, they've covered Lana Del Rey's 'Blue Jeans' and The Kinks' 'Sunny Afternoon'. They've taken 'Blue Jeans' and put their brand of Punk-Rock all over it and has given it a dark and deep edge to it. The cover of 'Sunny Afternoon' has been picked up by The Kinks themselves! So why not check them out just below!







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Interview... with Dive Bella Dive

Having them as our 'Track of the week' all this week, we thought it would be fit to interview them and gain an insight into their world that is, Dive Bella Dive. We chatted to Barnaby (Lead Vocals) and asked how it was recording their album and how they got signed to Island Records.

You literally BURST onto the scene only a few months ago, and after playing your first show I thought you were amazing, how was it playing your first show as 'Dive Bella Dive'?

To play for the first time after three years of no gigs was INCREDIBLE! There was such a tangible atmosphere at the Guild Hall. I don't know why but people were simply excited to be there before anyone really played. The nice thing about working with the guys in Dive Bella Dive is, you don't ever have to give them a kick up the arse. Whenever I look over my shoulder they're always thrashing about like there's no tomorrow. Combine that with the insane energy of the crowd we played to and you have one crazy party. I loved every second of it!

Right after that the fans were already going mental for you guys, how has the 'stardom' felt for you guys?

I was actually really taken aback! I had to go upstairs and hide for a full 15 mins before I could come to terms with what was happening! Although the other guys just dove straight in without a second thought! I'm so grateful to all the people who came. They really did make that day for me.

I already knew about Dans old 'solo' band after seeing him play on Channel 4 years go, how did you guys meet?

I met Dan on a show called Orange Unsigned Act. I was in a band on the brink of civil war and he was a friendly face I could hang with back stage when tensions rose. During the penultimate round, I split up with my band and that's when Dan and I decided to work together. We found Sam on Facebook. Loved his music, his fashion and his passion for all things Pokèmon. As for Ben, we stole him from another band...shhhh!

You guys have signed to the record label 'Island Records', congratulations, how did that come about?

Just luck! We went to a lot of labels but Island were the only guys who really understood what we were going for. In fact, none of the demos we showed them are going on the album. We're very fortunate that they had faith in our ability to improve.

Also I hear you have been meeting established names such as Snoop Dogg and RedOne, are you going to be collaborating with any of them in the near future?

We're actually doing the whole album with Red One. I can't even begin to describe that guy! He's full of energy, charisma, basically the physical embodiment of all things positive. Working with him is a lot of fun. Snoop isn't on the books right now but he's more than welcome if he wants to stop by! haha

One final question, I really do love your song 'Spend The Night...', you had such energy when playing it live, will we be hearing any new recorded material soon?

We're ALWAYS trying to weasel our material onto the internet! There are a lot of tracks to come. We're just trying to hold out until we get them recorded properly. Everything so far is a home demo.

My thanks go to Barnaby for answering the questions, keep an eye on Dive Bella Dive in the coming few weeks, they might be playing some shows near you soon!

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Dive Bella Dive - Spend The Night Living (And I'll Ne'er Return)

Track of the week... Dive Bella Dive - Spend The Night Living (And I'll Ne'er Return)

Having blogged about them since September of 2011 it's safe to say that we've been with them since the beginning. This song has been with me for a while now and the band have finally made it free to download from their site. Dive Bella Dive are a Punk-Dance band based in and around the London area.



They've recorded their album in Paris and we've even got a treat install for you... it's called 'Jack The Ripper', it's a demo from the album, and they've even made a video for it too, just click at the bottom of the page. This is set to be an amazing year for this highly talented rockers. Yes they may not directly be 'Indie', but the gear they use on stage such as a GameBoy is something we are very fond of, weird and wonderful instruments. And to the way they play on stage, this band has such a glow around them, 2012 is going to be a good year for them, if not, I'll eat my own hair! But with 'Island Records' backing them, it definitely will be!

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Dive Bella Dive - Spend The Night Living (And I'll Ne'er Return)

Gig Review... Dive Bella Dive @ The Guildhall, Gloucester, 24th Septemnber 2011

A band I am very proud to know is Dive Bella Dive, we first 'Introduced' you guys to them back in August, and their first ever show was this one I am reviewing, and my gosh, did they rock! Dive Bella Dive combine their powerful vocals with great guitar riffs and hooks. They have just put up their very first track - A home demo so don't judge it - called 'Spend The Night Living (And I'll Ne'er Return)' and it's a rush of Punk combined with Dance and Rock elements. If I were you I'd keep an eye on them, with the record label Island backing them they will be big in 2012!



This was their first ever show under the name as 'Dive Bella Dive' and from the performance you would've thought that they have been playing as a four piece for ages! With a great front-man in the form of Barnaby, great past paced drumming from Benjamin, amazing Bass/Synth skills from Dan absolutely blew the crowd away! One thing I will take away from this gig is the truly astounding gear the band used, not forgetting to mention the Nintendo Game-boy that guitarist Sam used, which was a stroke of genius as it got the young crowd moving, dancing and moshing, really got the place bouncing, loved every second of their set!

Dive Bella Dive played:
Jack The Ripper
Son,I'm Alive
I AM NAKED
The Pokéjam
Here's To The Enemy
Alright
Spend The Night.

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Dive Bella Dive - Spend The Night Living (And I'll Ne'er Return) (Home Demo)

Introducing... Dive Bella Dive

Dive Bella Dive are a new Punk/Dance band from London signed to Island Records - the label that introduced U2, Amy Winehouse, Pulp and Bombay Bicycle Club, and their influences range from bands such as The Cure, The Clash and The Strokes. Coming together with backgrounds from Peterborough and Worcester to Seattle in the USA, they are also known for innovative for example home built synth guitars. So this may well just be a super-group in hiding... Imagine the children of The Cure and The Clash!



Dive Bella Dive combine their powerful vocals with great guitar riffs and hooks. They have just put up their very first track - A home demo so don't judge it - called 'Spend The Night Living (And I'll Ne'er Return)' and it's a rush of Punk combined with Dance and Rock elements. If I were you I'd keep an eye on them, with the record label Island backing them they will be big in 2012!

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Dive Bella Dive - Spend The Night Living (And I'll Ne'er Return) (Home Demo)