The singer of Dotma, Johanna Lesonen, leaves the band – Search for a new vocalist is on!

A new era for Dotma is about to begin as the singer Johanna Lesonen has decided to leave the band to focus on her studies in classical music. The last chance to see Johanna on stage with Dotma will be Nov 24th 2011 at Klubi, Turku, Finland.

"It's really hard for me to leave this band after seven years. It feels like I'm leaving my home that I've been building from the beginning. I admit there has been drama and tears, but it's all between me and myself. You see, this was one of the most difficult desicions I've ever made. However I believe I'm doing the right thing. There are several reasons for this. In summary, life is short and there is no time for everything, so you have to choose. I will continue as a singer, but my journey in this band has come to an end. I sincerely hope the best future for Dotma, and I want to thank my dear bandmates for all these wonderful years that I will never forget! - Johanna"

In the meantime, the band is working on new material for their second album, for which they will enter the studio next year.

Dotma is now actively searching for a new female singer / frontwoman to fill the void. The goal is to find, first and foremost, a great voice. Other important factors are charisma both on and off stage, and the ability to sing and speak in fluent english. The person we are looking for does not need to be classically trained, as the main priority is to find a vocalist who has a stunning voice, a professional attitude, and is willing to use her whole range. The voice should be dynamic enough for performing the songs in a higher key, but also mellower expression is required.

If you feel that you are the right person for this and always up for a challenge, please send an open application with a picture to dotma.vocalist@gmail.com and include the possible links to sound samples of your singing.

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