The Dambuilders
2 upcoming shows.
The Dambuilders are an indie rock band that formed in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1989 and later relocated to Boston. Their sound blends power pop, violin, and alternative rock, and they released albums such as Encendedor, Ruby Red, and Against the Stars. The band disbanded in 1998 but reunited in 2026 with the album Shrine 2026, continuing their legacy in indie music.
Reviews & press
- Popdose ↗ — “Led by bassist and vocalist Dave Derby, the Dambuilders specialized in edgy power pop, honing their songwriting skills with four indie albums before signing to EastWest Records with their Encendedor a”
- AllMusic ↗ — “Pixies‑esque punk and hints of disco cut by an electric violin.”
- God is in the TV ↗ — “Few bands from the golden era of indie rock carry the kind of mystique that The Dambuilders do, and their long‑awaited return with ‘Shrine 2026’ is a welcome (and long‑overdue) comeback.”