Who is DOY and how did the band form?

I formed it while meeting Dean, the drummer, at Binford Middle School on Floyd. It started as a British Invasion/Blues Garage Rock band, and it was just a two piece.

Describe your style and genre of music.

Currently with the new stuff, I think we sound like a crossbreed between 80s pop, 60s motown/even with afrobeat elements, and psychedelic hard rock. I know it's a weird combo, but just trust me, you'll like it.

Does DOY find themselves writing about things going on in the city of Richmond?

There will always be integral parts of our hometown in our music. Everything is interrelated, whether it be friends, art, fashion, films, sports, tragedy or music. It's all here and it's where we live, so a great deal of the music pertains to Richmond and everyday life. Everything may not be pristine and the way we like it but it's our natural environment and we all grew up here.

Has DOY made "that" song that defines them?

I think I'm getting better everyday with the writing aspect of the band, and I do collaborate with my brother Austin and Jacob on a lot of things, which helps diversity. We are still growing as musicians and broadening our influences & styles, but even more importantly, learning how to make a batch of songs correlate. On the new album(due next month) there are several "that" songs that represent us well as Duchess Of York. A certain demographic may not like one song, but they'll definitely find another immediately catchy tune that they can bob their head to.

What is the main goal for DOY and their music?

Make memorable music that will last and try to be respected as people, musicians, songwriters, and innovators.

Does DOY make music for the listeners, self-enjoyment, or both?

I'd say both, but the fans haven't been completely outraged with anything we've done yet, so for now, i'd like to say it's strictly self-enjoyment.

Fashion

Where are some of your favorite places to shop?

Fan Thrift, Salvation Army, Anything Online or Made In Bangladesh, Ebay

Would you say DOY is a fashionable band?

Yes, we like to express ourselves through what we wear too. I think individual fashion sense is imperative when you're first meeting someone. It's an initial representation of what you want to be percieved as.

If DOY made clothing instead of music, what would their brand consist of?

First off, we'd have to make an official boot, because you can't find a classic boot in any VA store unless you want to look like Elton John 1973 yellow brick road tour. Secondly, fine denim, preferably similar to spandex. Not really, but we do need tight denim in dark blue, a classic blue wash, and black coated jeans. Third, we have to have vintage basketball tshirts from the 70's, 80's, & 90's of each dope team, like reissues...Lakers, Pistons, 76ers, The Bulls, etc. Also, a very important article of clothing would be the leather jacket(grey, black, & dark maroon). Lastly, we'd have 3 piece suits, tailored to your body specs, and whoever purchased the clothes, the funds would go to the assassination of whoever wears northface fleece.

Would you say Richmond, VA is a fashionable city?

Absolutely, and much of it has to do with the youth at VCU. Without VCU Richmond would be a rising tide of conformity when it comes to fashion.

Would someone in DOY buy first a perfect article of clothing or a musical instrument?

As much as I love clothes, I'm gonna have to go with the instrument. Buuuut only on one condition...if it's the original Beat It MJ Jacket for a reasonable price.

Richmond

What is the thing DOY loves most about Richmond?

It's easy to get by and not fade away. It's a Love Hate thing. Richmond is such a small city and everyone knows each other which is good for promotional and networking purposes.

Richmond is know for crime and other negative acts, would DOY ever make a song about how they view the city?

We do, and more recently have tried to incorporate these things in our music lyrically, but not in a pessimistic way, only in an observant, realistic point of view.

Where is DOY's favorite place to visit in Richmond?

Maymont, Hollywood Cemetary

Best place to shop in Richmond would be?

Thrift Stores for clothes, Plan 9 for records

If you could describe Richmond in one word it would be?

Scrumptrulescent