Based in Oakland, Drop Black Sky has been performing in San Francisco clubs since 2003. The band uses a broad spectrum of sounds and instrumentation including effects laden guitars, heavy bass, self-crafted samples, field recordings, digital programming, piano, and er hu (Chinese violin). They interweave deeply textured harmonies and rhythms with powerful and evocative vocals.Drop Black Sky's sound lies somewhere within the realm of Dead Can Dance, Boards of Canada, Cocteau Twins, This Mortal Coil, and Tool.