Dharmacide are a Madrid-based band known for their eclectic fusion of shoegaze, dream pop, and post-punk. Their sound is characterized by intricate guitar riffs, powerful drums, and deep, soulful vocals that create a unique and immersive atmosphere. Drawing influences from contemporary bands such as DIIV, Warpaint, and Beach House, as well as earlier artists like Cocteau Twins, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, and Tom Waits, the group blends ethereal textures with darker, more introspective tones.
The band has grown since its inception, and some of its members are also part of other projects, such as Depresión Sonora, Alcalá Norte and TourJets.
After several singles and performances in Paris (Supersonic) and Berlin (8MM Club), they released their debut LP Cult Band Member in September 2021, whose vinyl edition is now sold out. The first half of the album was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Orchin (Hatchie, Launder, Tamaryn), and it was completed in Madrid at Alejandro Leiva’s studio (Bum Motion Club). The album was presented at Sala El Sol in Madrid with the support of Elias Bender Rønnenfelt (Iceage).
The strong reception of their debut led them to perform at festivals such as BBK Live, Primavera Sound, Eurosonic ESNS, The New Colossus Festival in New York, Vida Festival, Tomavistas, Monkey Week, Esmorga Fest, and Zgz Psych Fest, among others. They have also opened for international bands such as Tess Parks, Bodega, and Just Mustard during their visits to Madrid.
In their ongoing search for the “shoe that fits Dharmacide’s size,” the band led by René Sharrocks crossed paths with one of their reference shoemakers, Mark Gardener (Ride), who produced, mixed, and mastered several of their latest singles at his Oxford studio, including “Lovers” and “Horses/Divorces.”
Their second album, Tougher Than The Rest, marks a step forward for the band with a darker, more atmospheric sound, full of eerie riffs and ethereal vocals. The record evokes the feeling of a long night filled with the strange and random events we have all experienced, expanding their sonic identity while maintaining their dreamlike intensity.
The band will take over Curveball (upstairs the Button Factory) in Dublin for the first time. Local Irish band support: TBA. Don't miss out!
(Show + 18, refunds only if cancelled or postponed) Presented by live tonite