Exceptional Failures

Portland, OR

$200 and up

Travels up to 150 miles

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Exceptional Failures - Would You Stay (Official Music Video)

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Exceptional Failures - "money" | 2023 NPR Tiny Desk Submission

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Overview

As a seasoned rock duo with over 30 years of combined experience in the music industry, both as musicians and industry professionals, we can help make your event an unforgettable experience.

We specialize in original music and have over 60 minutes of our own material to showcase. We take pride in our ability to create music that is both catchy and meaningful.

We also offer a professional and reliable service. We understand the importance of punctuality, communication, and attention to detail when it comes to event planning, and we take these aspects very seriously. We offer guidance/implementation on everything from stage setup to lighting and sound quality.


Reviews

1 review

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Bill M.

March 29, 2023

Stellar Rock Duo!

Exceptional Failures is a hybrid of raw power and sweet sincerity. Their sound is like a thundering avalanche of guitar riffs and pounding drums, while their lyrics are like poetry that speaks to the heart of the human experience. Really rad stuff!

Hired as: Party Band, Rock Band

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Booking information

Price range: $200 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 60 minutes

About

Guitar/Vox/Harmonica: Corey Distler
Drums: Dambo

Exceptional Failures is a dynamic garage rock duo from Portland, OR whose thunderous drums command the beat, shredding guitar riffs captivate the audience, and sentimental vocals wrap around you like a malfunctioning heated blanket. With a long-standing friendship and deep-rooted musical connection, these local musicians have crafted their sound to imperfection, blending sweet melodies with ever-changing powerful instrumentals.

Similar Artists: Sgt. Papers, The White Stripes, The Black Keys, Royal Blood, Rival Sons, Greta Van Fleet, The Blue Stones, The Stone Foxes

We have released 3 singles, coupled with music videos We are almost done with our next music release and in the process of recording 5-6 more songs and 2-3 more videos over the Summer before heading out on tour in the late summer or fall.

Corey's previous bands: Dead Men Talking, The Martyrs, The Corey Distler Project
Dambo's previous bands: The High Five, Yogi's Triton, HMD Knowledge Train, MELTDOWN

Services offered

Set list

1. Would You Stay
2. money
3. Bluest of Blue
4. Cherry Mist
5. On the Ladder
6. Jess’ Song
7. How You Feel
8. Too Long
9. Daze

Influences and inspiration

The White Stripes, The Black Keys, & The Jimi Hendrix Experience

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