Dover (band)

Dover was a Spanish rock band founded in Madrid in 1992. The group was composed of the Llanos sisters: Cristina Llanos (lead vocals, guitar) and Amparo Llanos (guitar), along with Jesús Antúnez (drums) and Álvaro Díez (bass).

Initially, Dover achieved limited mainstream success, playing an alternative rock sound influenced by bands such as Nirvana and PJ Harvey. Their early albums, Sister (1995) and Devil Came to Me (1997), gained a cult following, particularly among fans of grunge and independent music. Devil Came to Me marked a significant breakthrough with its aggressive sound and catchy hooks.

The band's commercial peak came with the album Late at Night (1999), which embraced a more accessible, hard rock sound, leading to wider radio play and increased popularity across Spain. Subsequent albums continued to explore different sonic territories, including experiments with electronic music and folk influences, dividing opinions among their fanbase.

Dover released several more albums, including I Was Dead for 7 Weeks in the City of Angels (2001), The Flame (2003), Follow the City Lights (2006), and I Ka Kené (2010). Their final album, Complications (2015), saw them return to a more rock-oriented sound.

Dover officially disbanded in 2016 after over two decades together. Cristina Llanos pursued solo projects, while Amparo Llanos formed a new band called New Day. Dover is remembered as one of the most influential Spanish rock bands of the 1990s and 2000s, known for their energetic performances, catchy songs, and willingness to experiment with different genres.