High Energy, Infectious Pop-Rock

Since their formation in 2014, The Detours authentic spin on Alternative Rock has garnered them an ever-growing following of fans and critics alike.

Their 2017 debut album marries the band’s diverse influences into an addictive, accessible 9-song LP. The record flows through pop tones and rhythmic punk-influenced riffs, accompanied by memorable narrative lyrics.

In 2019 they took their live energy to the studio to record the Miss Dangerous EP. Recorded live-off-the-floor at Union Sound in Corktown, the album captures the feel of a wild show in a crowded Toronto venue.

Performing regularly at legendary Toronto rooms like Lee’s Palace and The Horseshoe Tavern, the band first cut their teeth playing Toronto’s West End indie circuit and are continually honing their live sound to bring the ultimate live experience to the stage.

“It’s refreshing to watch a band of vagabonds in their early twenties entice even the most indifferent audiences to stand, dance, and shout along. The breadth of their influences instantly drew me to them. This is rare. This is the real article.” 

DEREK DOWNHAM

Producer

NICO LEVY-BAGES

guitar / vox

Born with a guitar in hand, Nico has soaked up a variety of musical styles. Lately he has begun to learn production and engineering to further the bands self-sufficient ideology.

BEN CARNEY

drums / vox

Ben has been playing drums for 12 years, inspired after seeing the movie “School of Rock”. Playing in numerous bands through high school to university he is now able to channel that passion into The Detours.

DYLAN SWITZER

lead vox / guitar / keys

For as long as Dylan can remember he’s been writing songs. Growing up in an art-focused family he has always had a creative outlook, splitting his time between music and acting. It’s what drives him.

DAN HAYNES

bass / vox

Coming from American Folk and English rock roots, Dan grew up listening to bands like U2 and Rush, which shaped his sound and love for the Bass. Joining a band was the natural next step.

Discography

Miss Dangerous (2019)

Miss Dangerous EP

5 songs, 19 minutes
Released July 5, 2019
© 2019 1275918 Records DK

Listen on Apple Music or Spotify

  1. Miss Dangerous
  2. Like Lightning
  3. Wolf in Sheep’s Clothes
  4. Ghost Down the Road
  5. Aisle 5

Recorded at UNION SOUND, Toronto, Canada
Produced by ALEX BROWN and THE DETOURS
Engineered by DARREN MCGILL
Mixed by ALEX BROWN, Ottawa, Canada
Mastered by JOAO CARVALHO @ JOAO CARVALHO MASTERING, Toronto, Canada

The Detours (2017)

The Detours

9 songs, 33 minutes
Released November 4, 2017
© 2017 The Detours

Listen on Apple Music or Spotify

  1. Fire
  2. 12:04
  3. Diane
  4. Antidote
  5. Turn It Up
  6. Jekyll to My Hyde
  7. Cause and Reaction
  8. Nocturnal
  9. You Are Rock and Roll

Recorded at THE NELSON ROOM, Toronto, Canada.
Produced by DEREK DOWNHAM
Engineered by TIM FOY
Mixed by JOHN CRITCHLEY @ GREEN DOOR STUDIO, Toronto, Canada.
Mastered by NOAH MINTZ @ LACQUER CHANNEL, Toronto, Canada.

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