Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, DATURA conjures a danceable blend of goth rock and post-punk, driven by brooding rhythms and shimmering melodies. Their live shows are immersive and magnetic, pulling audiences into a misty world of their own making and their music is designed for fans of Nox Novacula, Bambara, House of Harm, French Police, and Haunt Me, blending melancholic melodies with a bruised, club-ready edge.

DATURA formed in 2018 in Wenatchee, Washington, and, following a lineup change in 2025 marking the departure of longtime drummer Tiffany Shafer, the band is composed of David Betancourt (vocalist, guitarist), Jake St. John (bassist), and Dustin Hays (drummer).

Initially self-releasing two EPs, DATURA signed with Sell the Heart Records (Berkeley, California) in 2021 and released their debut full-length album in 2022. Arcano Chemical received critical praise for its melancholic catchiness and haunting atmosphere. The band’s sophomore LP was released in April 2025 via Sell the Heart Records and in collaboration with Poland’s Bat-Cave Productions and the UK’s Engineer Records. Songs from a Dark House introduces a more upbeat, driving side to DATURA’s repertoire and touches thematically on burnout, addiction, isolation, and war.

In 2026, DATURA continues to evolve its sound with a sharp focus on intensity and danceability while building momentum with appearances at Verboden and MACROCK XXIX, as well as touring the American Southwest and East Coast. The band is also preparing to enter the studio to record their third full-length album. A short documentary produced by Lili Minato, a student at Western Oregon University, offers a closer look at DATURA’s trajectory within the modern darkwave and post-punk landscape.

You can reach Datura through email at daturapnw@gmail.com

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