DV8 (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2002 in Midlothian, Texas, United States |
| Defunct | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Midlothian , United States |
Key people | Cash Kelley, John Cade, David Sposito, Jaret Reddick (manager) |
| Products | Music (alternative rock) |
DV8 was a United States-based alternative rock ensemble that originated in Midlothian, Texas in 2002. The lineup consisted of Cash Kelley handling vocals and guitar, John Cade on drums, and David Sposito playing bass and providing backing vocals. Their initial release, the EP A Sip of What is to Come, came out in 2004. That same year, a promotional DVD was created with support from their sponsor Monster Energy. In 2005, the band appeared at the Download Festival held at Donington Park in England. The group ceased activities in 2006.
Management duties were overseen by Bowling For Soup's lead vocalist Jaret Reddick.
History
The formation of DV8 began in 2002 when frontman Cash Kelley brought together John Cade and David Sposito. They initially performed at modest venues near their hometown of Midlothian, Texas, gradually progressing to more prominent events such as the 2004 Warped Tour, Freakers Ball, and the UK’s Download Festival.
During their active years, DV8 shared performance bills with prominent artists including Simple Plan, All American Rejects, Bowling For Soup, Fall Out Boy, Mest, and Matchbook Romance. The band secured endorsements from notable brands like Monster Energy and Ernie Ball.
Their debut EP A Sip of What is to Come was produced at Yellow Dog Studios with Zac Maloy from The Nixons. Although there were intentions to record a full-length album, the band disbanded before this project could be realized.
Following the breakup, Cash Kelley engaged in other musical ventures such as leading the Texas-based band Hermosa, and he currently operates Custom Chaos Art, a design business located in Dallas, Texas.
EPs
- A Sip of What is to Come (2004)
Members
- Personnel
- Cash Kelley – vocals, guitar
- John Cade – drums
- David Sposito – bass guitar, backing vocals
- Jaret Reddick – Manager