Dan Patlansky, a South African blues-rock guitarist born in 1981, was immersed in music from a young age thanks to his parents' eclectic record collection. Influenced by artists like Pink Floyd and Stevie Ray Vaughan, he formed his first band at 16 and self-released his debut album Standing at the Station in 2000. After a brief stint with Blue Note, he gained recognition in South Africa with a series of self-produced albums before breaking out internationally with 2014's Dear Silence Thieves, which showcased his unique blend of classic blues and modern rock. Patlansky's subsequent albums, including 2018's Perfection Kills, demonstrate his commitment to capturing the energy of his live performances through raw, self-produced recordings.
