Dakkota -- About Us
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Dakkota (NOT DAKOTA) is a North Carolina-based country music band. The group,
composed of four Elon College graduates, was brought together while
attending Elon College as undergraduates. Though their academic
courses of study varied extensively, they each shared a common passion
for music. Brought together by a remarkable combination of fate and
pure coincidence, Dakkota was born in early January of 1994. While
they were in school and since they have graduated, Dakkota has
experienced lows which should justify a "VH1 documetary" and highs which
could have awarded them "CMA Entertainers of The Year". Through it
all, the group has retained its four original members and
surprisingly continues to share the lust for America's greatest music
format, country music.
Dakkota combines the melodies of country with the drive of Southern rock to produce
their own distinct sound. Their highly energetic, interactive stage show and newly released
album has allowed them to perform with the biggest names in Country Music such as:
Charlie Daniels |
Tracey Lawrence |
Bryan White |
George Jones |
Kenny Chesney |
Brooks and Dunn |
Tim McGraw |
Alan Jackson |
Jerry Lee Lewis |
Travis Tritt |
Sammy Kershaw |
Dixie Chicks and too many more to mention... |
Dakkota has built a reputation as one of the hardest working bands in the SE United States. Touring extensively since 1994, they've entertained crowds from New York to Florida and from Delaware to Kansas City, MO. Their perseverance has awarded them "Country Music Entertainers of the Year" for five consecutive years by the National Association of Campus Activities (NACA). In 1999 and in 2000 they won the Nat'l award for "Best Band" for the "Assocation for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA)". Their original material has made them a feature act at many country music clubs, venues and festivals including:
Coyote Joe's/ Charlotte, NC |
Charlotte (NC) Motor Speedway (NASCAR) |
Bristol (TN) Motor Speedway (NASCAR) |
Homestead (FL) Motor Speedway (NASCAR) |
Memphis (TN) Motor Speedway (NASCAR) |
Richmond (VA) Motor Speedway (NASCAR) |
Nashville (TN) Motor Speedway (NASCAR) |
GUMBORO (DE) FIRE HALL (Ha! Ha!..We Love you Guys) |
Longbranch/Raleigh, NC |
Walnut Creek Amphitheater/Raleigh, NC |
NC Seafood Festival |
Lexington BBQ Festival..etc... |
Success has led Dakkota to several interviews on radio and television stations such as:
The Fox Network |
WSOC FM 103.7, Charlotte |
ABC Channel 2 |
WHSL FM 100.3, Greensboro |
"Let's Go Fishin' (w/ Denny Little)/ The Outdoor Channel |
WSOC FM / Charolotte, NC |
Due to their exposure to audiences around the East Coast, Dakkota
has teamed up with the following corporate sponsors for the 2001/2002 tour:
With their growth and popularity, Dakkota has also sparked the interest of NASCAR legend, Richard Petty. In the past five years, they have performed the annual July 4th parties, corporate and political events for the "King" of Stock Car Racing. He's a great guy!
Dakkota is one of the fastest growing, most talented country music
groups in the industry today. A rapidly growing fan club and extensive tour
schedule have rewarded them with popularity across the country. Their
combined talents as songwriters and live performers has launched them into
the ranks of today's up and coming country artists.
**Dakkota stays booked well in advance, so be sure to see the: "Contact Us" link in order
bring them to your hometown!!!
Please make a special note that the band's name is spelled "Dakkota" NOT "Dakota".
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