DAKØTA

DAKØTA is a hard-hitting three-piece rock band rising out of Iowa, blending raw emotion with walls of sound. Formed by vocalist Dakota Newcomb, guitarist Tyler Halverson, and drummer Zach Halverson, the band carves out a space where shoegaze textures collide with the intensity of modern hard rock. DAKØTA first caught attention with their haunting reimagining of Avril Lavigne’s “I’m With You” — a bold, atmospheric cover that showcased their ability to take nostalgia and shape it into something powerful and new. The track went viral among alternative rock fans, opening the door to a wider audience drawn to the band’s signature blend of soaring vocals, crushing guitar tones, and thunderous percussion. Inspired by the introspective weight of bands like Deftones, Bring Me The Horizon, and the immersive soundscapes of Ice Nine Kills, DAKØTA delivers a sound that’s as emotionally charged as it is sonically heavy. Their music is moody, melodic, and unapologetically loud. With a growing fanbase and a reputation for an engaging social media presence, DAKØTA is pushing the boundaries of hard rock while staying rooted in emotion and authenticity.