Dan and Leland
Band Story
Dan and Leland: Crafting a New Sound from Old Souls
In an industry saturated with imitators, Dan and Leland stand out not just for their technical prowess, but for their ability to fuse ferocious musicianship with unfiltered emotion. This eclectic-rock duo—comprised of Dan Franklin and Leland Jackness—has been quietly rewriting the rules of genre-blending since their early days as high school friends and collaborators. But now, with a sharpened sound and a story built on experience, they’re ready to make serious noise on a global stage.
After years exploring separate musical paths—touring with artists as varied as LeAnn Rimes and Brett Dennen—fate brought them back together in Los Angeles. What started as a casual reconnection exploded into a creative supernova, giving birth to their critically acclaimed debut acoustic album, New Directions. The title wasn’t just symbolic—it was prophetic. The duo was on the cusp of something new, and they knew it.
Their chemistry, forged in adolescence and tempered by time, is now a well-oiled engine of sound. This became even more evident when they returned from their West Coast tour in June and teamed up with none other than Nate Morton—the explosive drummer known for his work with CBS's Rockstar, Vanessa Carlton, and BT. With Nate behind the kit, Dan and Leland entered the studio with a clear goal: to solidify their evolving sound.
The result? The Rush of Sights and Sounds—a sophomore album that doesn’t just follow up their debut, it leaps forward. The record travels effortlessly from thunderous rock riffs to introspective pop melodies, all while staying anchored in the acoustic roots that first brought them recognition. It's a sonic journey that reflects their broad musical vocabulary, earned from years in the trenches, both onstage and in the studio.
But perhaps the most striking thing about Dan and Leland is their balance. They manage to be technically brilliant without losing heart, pop-savvy without losing edge, nostalgic without sounding derivative. Every chord progression, every lyric, every harmony feels deliberate—and yet, effortless.
They’ve spent the last two years writing, recording, refining, and performing. Now, Dan and Leland are ready to release their Rush—not just as an album, but as a statement. This is the sound of evolution. This is what happens when musical soulmates meet the moment.
And trust me, the world’s about to listen.
In an industry saturated with imitators, Dan and Leland stand out not just for their technical prowess, but for their ability to fuse ferocious musicianship with unfiltered emotion. This eclectic-rock duo—comprised of Dan Franklin and Leland Jackness—has been quietly rewriting the rules of genre-blending since their early days as high school friends and collaborators. But now, with a sharpened sound and a story built on experience, they’re ready to make serious noise on a global stage.
After years exploring separate musical paths—touring with artists as varied as LeAnn Rimes and Brett Dennen—fate brought them back together in Los Angeles. What started as a casual reconnection exploded into a creative supernova, giving birth to their critically acclaimed debut acoustic album, New Directions. The title wasn’t just symbolic—it was prophetic. The duo was on the cusp of something new, and they knew it.
Their chemistry, forged in adolescence and tempered by time, is now a well-oiled engine of sound. This became even more evident when they returned from their West Coast tour in June and teamed up with none other than Nate Morton—the explosive drummer known for his work with CBS's Rockstar, Vanessa Carlton, and BT. With Nate behind the kit, Dan and Leland entered the studio with a clear goal: to solidify their evolving sound.
The result? The Rush of Sights and Sounds—a sophomore album that doesn’t just follow up their debut, it leaps forward. The record travels effortlessly from thunderous rock riffs to introspective pop melodies, all while staying anchored in the acoustic roots that first brought them recognition. It's a sonic journey that reflects their broad musical vocabulary, earned from years in the trenches, both onstage and in the studio.
But perhaps the most striking thing about Dan and Leland is their balance. They manage to be technically brilliant without losing heart, pop-savvy without losing edge, nostalgic without sounding derivative. Every chord progression, every lyric, every harmony feels deliberate—and yet, effortless.
They’ve spent the last two years writing, recording, refining, and performing. Now, Dan and Leland are ready to release their Rush—not just as an album, but as a statement. This is the sound of evolution. This is what happens when musical soulmates meet the moment.
And trust me, the world’s about to listen.
Band Members
Dan Franklin, Leland Jackness
Dan Franklin, Leland Jackness
Location: AMERICA NORTH: USA: California (CA)
Genre: Alternative Rock