A District of Columbia-based filmmaker and singer/songwriter, Raul Zahir De Leon has always been inspired by individual stories that highlight the American experience; particularly those that evoke the breadth of challenges and struggles evident throughout this country. His lo-fi folk songs pull from a variety of influences and elements, blended into a sonic tapestry uniquely his own. Canandaigua kicked off as a solo project, although on occasion enlists a rotating chair of friends to join in. The project builds on the poetic narrative storytelling De Leon employed in his previous outfits, Stamen & Pistils, Radel Esca, and Dead Artists. Over the years De Leon has shared stages with a diverse list of artists such as Dirty Projectors, Akron/Family, Beach House, and more.
A District of Columbia-based filmmaker and singer/songwriter, Raul Zahir De Leon has always been inspired by individual stories that highlight the American experience; particularly those that evoke the breadth of challenges and struggles evident throughout this country. His lo-fi folk songs pull from a variety of influences and elements, blended into a sonic tapestry uniquely his own. Canandaigua kicked off as a solo project, although on occasion enlists a rotating chair of friends to join in. The project builds on the poetic narrative storytelling De Leon employed in his previous outfits, Stamen & Pistils, Radel Esca, and Dead Artists. Over the years De Leon has shared stages with a diverse list of artists such as Dirty Projectors, Akron/Family, Beach House, and more.
Cover of John Prine, slightly updated to reflect some of my thoughts on the state of the country today. http://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/canandaigua/real-fakes-vol-2more