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DENGUE FEVER IN CONCERT:

Los Angeles-based, Cambodian-influenced Dengue Fever stirs up a transcontinental cocktail that blends traditional rock instrumentation with the sounds of Southeast Asia. The band's focal point is Cambodian-born vocalist Chhom Nimol, who sings beautifully hypnotic melodies in her native Khmer language. The sparkling, echoing guitars of Zac Holtzman create a trance-inducing vibe, while his brother Ethan plays keys straight out of classic garage rock favorites like “Wolly Bully”. Whether fans are looking for a transcendent psychedelic experience or a head-banging romp, these eclectic rockers have them covered. Dengue Fever is bringing a taste of Cambodia to ticket buyers across the country as they tour to promote the profound grooves and dreamy melodies of their 2015 album The Deepest Lake.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Following a trip to Cambodia in 2001, brothers Zac (guitar) and Ethan Holtzman (keys) became obsessed with the country’s take on garage rock and pop. As luck would have it, singer Chhom Nimol -- already a renowned karaoke singer in Cambodia -- was performing in the Little Phnom Penh neighborhood of Long Beach, just south of Los Angeles. The brothers asked Nimol to join their band before rounding out the lineup with David Ralicke (sax), Senon Williams (bass), and Paul Smith (drums). The group made their debut in 2003 with a self-titled album sung entirely in Khmer and featuring several covers of Cambodian rock classics. In 2005 the group was the subject of the documentary film Sleepwalking Through the Mekong, which followed them as they toured major cities in Cambodia and recorded their second album Escape from the Dragon House. As the band’s popularity continued to grow, their 2008 album Venus on Earth was named one of the year's best world music albums by the iTunes Store. Dengue Fevercontinue to tour extensively, treating fans around the globe to their eclectic blend of world music, indie rock, and psychedelia.

Reviews

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 7 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dengue Fever at last

    by Pazoli on 9/13/15Brighton Music Hall - Boston

    I have been a massive Dengue Fever fan for years both in the US and in Cambodia and I own all their albums even the terrific hard to find early ones that I had downloaded onto my I-Pod many years ago in Siem Reap. Seeing them perform up close in a small, uncrowded, and smoke-free environment was a real treat. My hats off to the guys and especially Chom Nimol who has a gorgeous voice.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great how

    by lufreddy77 on 1/29/12El Rey Theatre - Los Angeles

    Both bands were great !!, I love the contrast hearing Secret Chiefs after Dengue fever. good show great performance and god vibe with the audience, great artists without rockstar ego...

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Dengue Fever is a short and sweet burn

    by SammyCarthay on 1/29/12El Rey Theatre - Los Angeles

    A great band who should have played a bit longer! I was surprised how quickly the concert was over. I guess that is a good thing as you kinda wanna hear more...on your CD driving home. Nimol has an incredible voice and the back up band was pretty funny.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    awesome!

    by jbouts on 6/10/11Brighton Music Hall - Boston

    Great music, super energy and a genuine bunch of nice people! Dengue Fever is a great band.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Unique, high energy show

    by Harper7 on 6/10/11Brighton Music Hall - Boston

    Fantastic blend of Khmer classic rock and American indie fun. The band was clearly having a lot of fun, and the audience fed off their enthusiasm. Skilled performers sounded great live.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Nice event

    by Bearycali on 11/14/10Royce Hall - UCLA Live - Los Angeles

    The band sounded amazing. I loved that part...the movie, not so much... It was ok, but I wouldn't watch it again. However, i Would love to catch another dengue fever show and Royce hall is a nice venue. Nice vibe & sound quality.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Got the Fever

    by U2onUTube on 11/14/10Royce Hall - UCLA Live - Los Angeles

    The performance and film editing was amazing, I was enthralled. It was nice meeting the band--I thought there was going to be a dance party afterward for some reason but it was still very nice, lots of friendly vibes.