The Police, Adam and the Ants, Radiohead, Nik Kershaw, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, David Bowie, Howard Jones, Ultravox, The Pixies, Muse, Morrissey, Alain Whyte, Damien Rice, Pet Shop Boys, Shed Seven, Gene, Andy Summers, Depeche Mode, Stars in Exile, Bat For Lashes
Daren Callow is the singer, songwriter and guitarist with Callow Youth an exciting live band combining rock and alternative songs with clever use of technology with thought-provoking lyrics that range from the deeply emotional to the humorous.
His electro-acoustic solo shows combine everything from a low-tech tambourine through to ultra high-tech Boss LoopStation and TC Helicon VoiceLive voice processor to create a surprisingly powerful and panoramic sound.
"One man and his guitar, Daren Callow presents us with the vivid imagery and broken emotions that one would expect to hear from an acoustic rock performer. However, the great difference is that both the song writing and performance are a cut above the rest. By using effects on the vocals, the songs take on a new life of their own and really give you something to think about. The songs are original and he has avoided the clichés that make acoustic rock, at times intolerable. Rhythmic and soulful, Daren Callow captured the mood and imagination of the crowd."
David Couchman
Surface Unsigned Festival 09
CALLOW YOUTH (2008 - Current)
Daren can be heard playing and performing live with the exciting alt-rockers Callow Youth. Comprising ex-Drumtech instructor Haydn Callow on drums and percussion, and multi-instrumentalist Wayne Myers on bass. Performance combine elements of rock, poetry and performance art. www.callowyouth.com
Can also be heard with:
STARS IN EXILE (2004 - Current)
More recently he formed part of the ethereal rock quartet Stars In Exile, featuring Thelema exiles Tim Felix and Neil Harris, and Mint400 / Cortizone exile Andy Prestige. This hard-hitting foursome mixed guitar synths and rock licks with powerful drums and lit up the world with their debut album Luminosity. They are now working on penning new tracks for the follow-up.
NORMAL (1998 - 2001)
Alongside Stevie Simmons, Sean"-y boy" Watkins and James "the frames" Walker these hard-working, ordinary lads played catchy, quirky indie numbers and were favourites of universities and local radio alike.
AIR (1986 - 1996)
With indie-pop outfit Air (not the French band), he supported an eclectic mix of similarly out-of-time acts (Comsat Angels, Gang Of Four, The Specials, Half Man Half Biscuit) and some up-and-coming indie acts (Gene, Travis, Out Of My Hair, Jenny Jones).
Hiya Daren! I Just wanted to wish you a very Happy Christmas and hope that 2010 will be your best year ever:)! Good luck & all the best from Paul in the Holy Land:)! (www.facebook.com/Paul.Robert.Thomas).
http://www.myspace.com/kjw246 merry christmas and thank you for last night! Check out Kevin's photographs, they're brilliant! Your ipod has the best selection! Thank you, Carl
Heya Darren 'After All' is brilliant, your voice sounds wicked, great recording and the band is the best...wish they were mine..!! Really is a great song i think. See you soon and March would be cool so hope it happens Luke xx
I don't think when I look at you that you would produce such moments of excellence and soul searching, but everytime you play i wonder if i'm doing the right thing. Thank you.
hello Daren !!! thanks for the add and nice to met you yesterday !! It was an amazing gig, that you have done !! all the best and hope to see you next time. gaelle
Heya Darren was wicked seeing you again yesterday and loved your set as usual, your voice sounded brilliant...:) have a great week and see you at a gig or something again soon luke x
Everything fine with you? Many thanks for the friendship! I really appreciated it. I want to let you know there is a new release "Mindful Innovations - Torn [DJ Solano Remix]".
I hope you come back often, because there is more to come...and don't forget spread the word!
Check out our new Demo's Flying Machine and Charlie. We're putting on our own night at the Grove opposite the Tube in South Wimbledon this Friday (16th Oct). hope you can make it. xx
Thanks for adding us and checking out the Wax Lyrical pages,
I’ve just add some new dates to my gig listings if you or any of your musical friends would like to perform with us then please let me know, we also have some early open spots each week if you just fancy dropping in one Sunday ?!
Daren Callow is the singer, songwriter and guitarist with Callow Youth an exciting live band combining rock and alternative songs with clever use of technology with thought-provoking lyrics that range from the deeply emotional to the humorous.
His electro-acoustic solo shows combine everything from a low-tech tambourine through to ultra high-tech Boss LoopStation and TC Helicon VoiceLive voice processor to create a surprisingly powerful and panoramic sound.
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