The Dream Chaser Collective is like a team of super heroes...
...except they make music. We're not saying they don't fight crime, but when they do, music and media are the mediums of choice. Meet the collective.
GILES
Producer, Singer-Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist, Rapper, Engineer, Arranger, Composer; Alvin "Vthov" Giles has worked on the Soundtrack to the Oscar winning major motion picture "Twelves Years a Slave," Cody ChesnuTT's critically acclaimed "Landing on 100" sophomore album. As a rapper and hip hop producer, he's accrued over 1 million views on youtube with his mixtape "Books over Bullets" and his debut album "Amongst the Stars." As a performer, He has shared the stage with Gary Clark Jr, Ledisi, Cody ChesnuTT and opened for legends such as Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Nas, and many more.
Heather Rice
Singer-Songwriter, Vocal Coach, Heather Rice is a dynamic Jazz artist and Singer Songwriter. Her passionate vocals have been compared to Celine Dion, Jane Monheit, and Patty Griffin. Recent releases include Rice's self titled Gospel album and "Fingers" a Jazz fusion compilation with the Franklin Music Group. She has recently opened for Joan Osborn, Lee DeWyze, and Sheryl Crow and is a regular at the esteemed Bosendorfer Lounge. Heather believes that God speaks to us through music with great love. She is grateful to be a small part of that conversation
Dane Meyers
Singer-Songwriter, Producer, Session Drummer; Dane, shaped by the writings of Einstein, Rumi, Gandhi, and Gibran, believes in music's unique ability to bring people together. He asserts that music inspires us to improve our world and our lives. Dane, loves working with new artists who have something to say through their music. He has worked on "Same Life, Different Songs" EP by Allison Sherberg (#64 iTunes singer songwriter chart) as well as releasing his own album, "This Changes Everything."
Allison "Pariah" Giles
Videographer, Photographer, Poet, Vocalist; Allison Giles is a staple media expert in the Central Florida area. She can be spotted behind the scenes of many of the most popular artistic and cultural movements in town. She graduated from the highly esteemed and nationally recognized Full Sail University. She has directed and shot short films, music videos, multi angle in-studio performances, poetry slams, open mic nights, and live performances for a variety of artists. Allison is also a popular and accomplished poet under the moniker of Pariah.
Zdany Chisholm
Saxophonist, Vocalist, Producer, Arranger and Composer; Zdany Chisholm has played his way from the kitchen floor, to stages and concert halls all around the world. As a performer, he's shared the stage with highly regarded artists such as Glenn Jones, RL (From Next), and Cody ChesnuTT; He's opened for Bootsy Collins, Larry Graham and many more. Zdany is the touring and session saxophonist for international recording artist, Cody ChesnuTT. Zdany’s soulful sax and horn arrangements are featured on ChesnuTT’s Sophomore album, Landing on a Hundred.
Matt Shenk
Singer-Songwriter extraordinaire, Florida Grammy finalist, and runner up for international acoustic music awards (best male artist) compared to the likes of John Mayer, Glen Hansard, Dave Matthews, and Amos Lee, Matt Shenk brings an effortless blend of acoustic rock and old school soul to his music and resonating passion to his words. Described by Bruce Larson (Orlando Sentinel) as “a modern day singer/songwriter with a lot of old school soul and sincerity,” Shenk’s talent, passion, and drive have earned him a cult-like following.
