D's Smooth Jazz Drums Personified

"THE VIBE ARCHITECT"
D's is the ultimate "vibe architect" for an upscale event. We hit that sweet spot where musical sophistication meets practical guest comfort.

Here is a breakdown of why our style works so well for professional and private gatherings:

The Sonic & Visual Profile
Our solo drum performance blends Pop, Soul and R&B grooves with Smooth Jazz, we provide a rhythmic "heartbeat" to the room that feels modern rather than like "elevator music." with E-Drums & Percussion's, along with backing tracks we create a full, rich band sound with atmospheric control, along with a dazzling lighting package and projection for additional visual effect.

Atmospheric Control:
We understand how to use dynamics, textures and reverb to fill a room without dominating the decibel level.

DARIOUS OLIVER | DRUMS... is a Drummer, Percussionist, Producer, and Composer living in Walkertown, North Carolina.

He discovered his passion for drumming at age 12, using his mother’s hat boxes as his first kit.

Known for a spirited, soulful, and joyful style, he has performed across Blues, R&B, Contemporary Jazz, Smooth Jazz, and Gospel genres. He is also a recording studio owner and founder of IN’SPIRED Records, a Contemporary and Smooth Jazz Label .

Driven by a deep love for smooth jazz, his original compositions blend a wide range of influences, creating an eclectic and expressive sound.

Stage Area: Minimum 10' x 10' space for drum setup
For projection: We can use your equipment, also we have equipment but contact us about setup needs.
Timing:
• Setup & soundcheck: 60–90 mins
• Breakdown: 30–45 mins
• Our sound system is the Electro-Voice EVOLVE 50M
• We have lighting packages for illuminating our drum performance area only consisting of STOMP Lighting, LED Light Bars, and LED Par Cans.
• We normally perform 2 x 45 minutes or 2 x 60 minute sets. We’re happy to play a bit longer or shorter but we’ve found that these set times suit us and our audiences best.