DVA

Bára Ungerová – vocals, saxophone, clarinet and bass clarinet, percussions
Jan Kratochvíl – guitar, looping, vocals, banjo, synth, percussions
After ten years away, band is back with their highly anticipated album Piri Piri, released on September 13, 2024, via Bumbum Satori. Known for their genre-defying sound and innovative approach, Bára and Jan have crafted an album that captures the essence of an endless summer, blending raw energy, intricate rhythms, and surreal, dreamlike landscapes. Piri Piri is an exploration of a world where dance becomes the last surviving language. The album serves as a soundtrack to a summer that never ends, with each track inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a unique sonic journey. The production, led by British producer Tim Brinkhurst aka Timothy London (known for his work with Young Fathers), adds a gritty, dynamic edge to the album, while Czech producer Ondřej Ježek at the legendary Jámor Studio contributes his distinctive sonic touch, resulting in a record that is both raw and richly textured.

The first single, Kung Fu, is now out with a mesmerizing music video on YouTube. The video, made by Kukichu studios feat. Natálie Kratochvíle, captures the spirit of the album with its blend of mysticism and raw energy, inspired by the cinematic worlds of David Lynch, Japanese cinema, and the legendary Kate Bush. The single is also available on Spotify, where you can dive into its hypnotic rhythm and enigmatic lyrics.

DVA spent the last decade not only evolving as a band but also composing music for critically acclaimed video games such as Botanicula, Chuchel, Happy Game (all by videogame studio Amanita Design), Attentat 1942, and Svoboda 1945: Liberation (Charles Games). With Piri Piri, they are making a return to the live music scene, having previewed new material at select shows since 2022. Each performance has allowed them to replace older tracks with fresh compositions from the new album, making their return to the stage a dynamic and evolving experience.

Discography:

Kapitán Demo (2007)
Ringtones for MOBILE uPHONES (2008)
Fonók (2008)
HU (2010)
Live at WFMU (2013)
Nipomo (2014)
Piri Piri (2024)
Lappop (soundtrack) (2007)
Mélies (soundtrack) (2008)
Caligari (soundtrack) (2008)
Kollektt (soundtrack) (2009)
Botanicula (soundtrack) (2012)
Cherries on Air (soundtrack) (2018)
Happy Game (soundtrack) (2021)
Atentat (soundtrack) (2022)