About

Dutch Criminal Record are a four piece South Coast Indie band from Chichester, UK. They write and perform their own brand of original upbeat indie tunes featuring melodic vocals, interlinking riffs and blooming harmonies based around a background of solid bass and nimble drums. In 2014 Dutch Criminal Record released the Dutch Criminal Record E.P. and a year later they recorded their E.P. Mirage, which spawned their single Socks and Sandals. Whilst gigging frequently along the South Coast and London, DCR won the 2015 Wedgewood Rooms Showcase. Their June 2016 single, "On the Fence" was featured in Spotify's renowned "Fresh Finds" playlist. The end of 2016 through 2017 saw DCR record four more singles each featuring a different band member on the artwork and vocals. Dutch Criminal Record are recording EP number three for release in summer 2018. They have been recognised by BBC 6 Music, having been played by Tom Robinson on his BBC Introducing Mixtape and received considerable airplay on Regional BBC Radio including a live performance from BBC Broadcasting House Brighton. "Infinitely accessible [Wasted Time is] one to add to your summer soundtrack." Jackie Lees, Tipping Point "DCR remind me a bit of the Housemartins – everyone's go-to feel-good, slightly cookie, off-centre jangle-pop band of the mid 80's." Fresh on the Net (Derval Mcloat) "Remember the name: Dutch Criminal Record – for these lads are going places, they have picked a direction and will surely create memorable tunes for us to enjoy." Wolf in a Suit "The easy comparison here is with the Beach Boys" Ear to the Ground Music