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Dramatic Illusions is a Canadian indie/alternative rock band formed in London, Ontario. The band consists guitarist Taeyoung Hong (who also plays the piano and raps), vocalist and pianist Lina ElShamy, vocalist Alex Inguanse (who also plays the saxophone), and Elay K as a part-time bassist.

History
Formation

Dramatic Illusions was created in 2007. It was named by one of the band members when she was hallucinating in her English class due to a severe cold. She heard her friend "K" stating that she is way too 'dramatic'. Soon after, Alex, Taey and part-time bassiat Elay formed the band, just mainly writing overly emotional (dark) lyrics and melodies (minor) on the piano. But, due to some circumstances the band went inactive for a while. In 2009 one more member, Lina the happy child with a pink scarf joined as a vocal and pianist. Right now the band in the process of writing happier but still emotionally cryptic lyrics and melodies about their lives and experiences.

Musical Style
Music by Dramatic Illusions could be recognized by the falsetto vocals and the simple yet dark guitar melodies. Thematically, Dramatic Illusions lyrical compositions are indirectly about their personal experiences and how it has affected them. A lot of symbolism and irony is expressed in their highly unusual lyrics.

The latest music by Dramatic Illusions has been influenced by K-pop and French rock. "French rock has that catchy rhythm that is very similar to our style of music." said Lina ElShamy in an interview with a local North London paper. Other influences include Muse, Lily Allen, Stuck in the Sound, The Bird and the Bee, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Metric, Artic Monkeys, Loveholic, Alex and Taey's random conversations, Taey's life, Yelle, BB Brunes, Lina's pink scarf, Grouper, Radiohead, Does It Offend You? Yeah?, Linkin Park, Coldplay, Crystal Castles, The Fray.

Singles & Discography
The band is currently working on their first album. They are in the process of writing music and lyrics.