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Des Rocs is an American rock artist from New York, New York. Des Rocs is a solo project produced by New York native Daniel (Danny) Rocco, accompanied by drummer William Tully and bassist Eric "Doc" Mendolsohn.

Des Rocs has toured with rock bands such as Muse, The Rolling Stones, and The Struts. Influences for Rocco include Muse, Elvis Presley, Jimi Hendrix, Roy Orbison, and Queen, though Rocco's focus is individuality and sounding unlike other rock artists.

History
Rocco says that he has been performing in bars and basements since he was about 13. He performed in the band Secret Weapons, which had opened for bands such as Panic! At The Disco, Fall Out Boy, and Weezer, before creating the solo project Des Rocs.