After performing in several acts and partaking on a national tour and the Van's Warped Tour, Dan Gillis decided to try his hand at a solo career. Drawing inspiration from real life and the attitudes formed while growing up, We Burn Bridges is a heartfilled acoustic act that is sure to turn heads. Releasing the "Sad Songs and Singalongs" EP in 2007, Dan Gillis proved that his solo life is quite alive, and is a force to be beckoned with. Joined by ex-bandmate Benjamin Jaster on backing instruments/vocals, We Burn Bridges will leave you tapping your feet and wanting more.

Dan Collins and a Piano

To clarify some common misconceptions, "Dan Collins and a Piano" is more than just Dan Collins playing a piano. As contradictory as that may sound, that simple duo of vocals and pianos was just the beginning of the piano rock band "Dan Collins and a Piano", marketed under the name of his solo project. Dan Collins and a Piano (abbreviated DCP) has been in the industry since October of 2007. Their musicianship has inspired an original sound. A mixture of soaring melodies atop big beat piano and bass riffs appeals to listeners of all demographics and preferences. Sounds similar to "Ben Folds", "The Rocket Summer", and "Coldplay" can be heard from this guitar-less band. On drums, theoretic maniac, Luke Thering has been playing percussion/piano for virtually his entire life. His similar likes in music have driven him to be the "best piano-rock drummer of the ages" -Dan Collins. On bass, rocker Chris Gatz has an array of mad skills. Seeing as his primary instrument is the electric guitar, picking up the bass wasn't a problem for this musical frenzy of a man. Chris is indisputably, "the most driven musician of his kind." -Dan Collins On piano, Dan Collins. (Bio from garageband.com) Born March 12, 1990 in Rockford, Illinois, Dan Collins was ready to rock the music industry. He started playing the piano at 6 years old. As the years passed, influences like Ben Folds, Billy Joel, Jack's Mannequin, and The Fray converted his primary musical interests to piano rock . After moving to Madison, Wisconsin in 1997, his love for music introduced him to other instruments including the drums, guitar, and bass. Dan has sung and played in various groups his entire life, from classical to jazz. After attempting to put piano and vocals together, he was determined to start writing lyrically. With lyrical inspiration from loved ones, to cats, Dan---s metaphorical melodies touch the smallest of hearts. Dan released his first collection of songs in his Demo ---This One---s For You.--- Done on a limited budged and recorded live, these works showcase some primary ideas in his music. In June of 2008, Dan and his band released a live album titled "LIVE 2008". The album, recorded at Blackhawk Church, consists of 8 catchy tunes with a "raw-thenic" feel. It can be purchased on iTunes, Amazon.com, Rhapsody.com, or though the mail as a hard copy.