The Quantum Dots

In the world of science, quantum dots are a recent creation that use semiconductor material to dynamically change the properties of matter. Taken literally, they are "programmable matter." Like their namesake, The Quantum Dots, an experimental band from Portland, Oregon, dynamically shift musical moods to create complex orchestral compositions that range from subtle ambient soundscapes to crushing thrashfests.

Like their namesake, The Quantum Dots, an experimental band from Portland, Oregon, dynamically shift musical moods to create complex orchestral compositions that range from subtle ambient soundscapes to crushing thrashfests.

Multi-instrumentalist Eric Sterling and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Dean Blair (the band's primary members) use state of the art synthesizer technology, alternating melodic/heavy guitars, both live and programmed drums, and soaring vocals to create these highly cinematic songs.

Guest talent on their debut album, "Inventing Reality," includes Jyri Glynn of The Sins and Anguisette playing electric violin on half of the songs, Chris Gaye on bass for 3 tracks, Ned Wahl (ex-Chemlab, ex-Halo Black) on bass for a number of tracks and Jennifer Pomada (ex-roommate) playing flute on a couple of songs.

The Quantum Dots went on to record a 2nd album ("Realization of the Shadow") with guest talent including vocals by J. van Huisman of The Sins, and Allison of Portland band, Medicine for Melancholy.
The release date is still unknown.