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Archived News

When I move news off the home page, I've just been cutting and pasting it onto this archive page. Sorry for the disorganization! Right now I just put the newest news on top no matter what it was. I'll try to get this organized into categories at a later date. This is just a way of keeping a history. You can still find all of the articles, transcripts, Darren's posts, etc in a more organized manner on their respective pages by using the top drop down menu for "News". Thanks for your patience!

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Darren Hayes Aus Pre-sale Tomorrow!
This news was just posted on Darren's website and myspace...

Official Darren Hayes Fan Club members are invited to log on to purchase Darren Hayes Australian "Time Maching Tour" Tickets TOMORROW at 9am Eastern Australian Time.

This is 48 Hours in advance of the general public!

Log in tomorrow to find all of the links and passwords needed. http://www.darrenhayes.com/dh/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=511&Itemid=253

If you are a huge fan and want a seat guaranteed in the first FIVE rows plus other great goodies - VIP Packages will also be available at the same time via the Store at http://www.darrenhayes.com/dh/index.php?option=com_phpshop&Itemid=230

THE TIME MACHINE TOUR

Saturday October 13 - Burswood Theatre, Perth
Tuesday October 16 - Civic Theatre, Newcastle
Wednesday October 17 - State Theatre, Sydney
Saturday October 20 - Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
Sunday October 21 - Canberra Theatre, Canberra
Wednesday October 24 - The Arts Centre Concert Hall, Melbourne
Thursday October 25 - QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane

UK fans please dont fret.. we are in the process of confirming the UK tour so stay tuned more news coming SOON!

Sunday Life Article - July 8, 2007
Darren was featured in Sunday Life (Australia) which I believe is an insert in the Sun-Herald. It's a beautiful article with lovely pictures included. I've added scans of the article and the text to our article section. Here is the direct link: Sunday Life (AU) - Delicate Balance - July 8, 2007

Darren On Kerri-Ann Kennerly
This news was posted on Darren's official website in the news section...
Darren On Kerri-Ann Kennerly
Darren is being interviewd by Kerri-Ann Kennerly for her show Mornings with Kerri-Ann this week to celebrate her 1000th show.
The show is broadcast nationally in Australia on the Nine Network weekdays from 9am.

Darren myspace blog: Madonna has a hot ass
Someone is in a playful mood today. lol
Darren posted this new blog on his myspace today...

Sunday, July 08, 2007
Madonna has a hot ass
Current mood: chipper
Konichiwa bitches..
It's Sunday (mmm) and I'm about to head out to the gym (ergh) to stay fit (yeah) so I can sing and play hard (wahoo) on tour (yeaaha!)
I still hate working out.
Does anyone love it?
When anyone asks me how was the gym? I say 'necessary'.
Never 'bliss!'.
I watched bits of Live Earth. I don't want the earth to melt. That's for sure.
But I don't know if the Pussycat Dolls can save us. Do you?
Still Madonna has a hot ass!
We went to Whole Foods today to buy something called 'forbidden rice' and it was very tasty. It should be forbidden it's so nice. And tonight I'm doing a satellite interview for Australia and tomorrow press for some big things including Attitude magazine in the U.K.
All week I'm doing late night (midnight my time) radio interviews to Australia and getting ready to do some promo for 'Verge..'
Willie Williams (my show designer and all round rock tart) has just opened an exhibition in Manchester at the Turnpike Gallery http://www.willieworld.com/TurnpikeMainPage.html
pretty amazing stuff.
I"m typing this blog so I don't have to work out. But I guess the time has come to work out.
Goodbye interweb.
Dontcha wish your girlfriend was hot like me?
xD

Napster interview video with Darren
Thanks to Maria for finding this awesome new interview on youtube that Darren did with Napster while he was on the set of the video for "On The Verge of Something Wonderful".
Here is the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHawzISAlIk

Darren's new blog - Holiday snaps
Darren posted this new blog on his myspace
July 06, 2007
Holiday snaps
Current mood: rejuvenated
I just got back from spending 5 days in the English countryside with no phone, no laptop and no stress! It was pure bliss. I'm telling you this because I want to apologize to anyone who may have written and thought I went..'eh' and ignored you. No such chance interweb. I've come home to oodles of messages and I'm doing my darndest to get through 'em.
But oh what fun.
I got back yesterday and today walked right into a massive promo day.
I did a photoshoot for the Mail on Sunday and Boyz magazine as well as an interview for the Evening Standard.
It was fun.
Now..
Shall I divulge some holiday memories for you?
You can just pretend to be interested. I won't know.
I slept a lot.
A LOT. But I did a lot too.
My days were filled with things and naps.
And went something like this..
*Wake up WAY too early (jet lag) and work out at the gym while Richard slept
*Come back to the room and try to wake Richard up (doesn't work)
*Head downstairs for breakfast, watch rabbits on the lawn and read the paper
*Come back and Richard is ready to play (yay!)
*Head into a small village, buy a book I'll never read, have lunch
*Nap
*Go for walk and watch the sun set
*Eat
*Nap
*Watch a DVD
*Sleep. A Lot. Repeat cycle.
Somewherein there was romanticle stuff and the occasional excited artistic thought.
And I got some massages and a facial and something called an Indian head massage.
But in general it was extremely relaxing and only occasionally did I have heroin like withdrawal symptoms for my lap top (which surprised me!)
Lots of groovy stuff is happening.
The video is out there.
The music is out there.
Don't stress U.S - the single doesn't go to radio until near Autumn for an 08 release in North America (I want to devote some quality time to you..)
But it's all bout to explode.
I think.
Hehe
Right now I'm listening to rare 12 inch mixes of Kate Bush songs.
And about to go read some more of your messages.
Or I might eat some yoghurt.
But the point is, I'm baaack!
xxD

Darren Hayes Announces National Australian Tour
From Darren's official site...

DARREN HAYES ANNOUNCES NATIONAL AUSTRALIAN TOUR

We are pleased to announce a World Exclusive! - Australian superstar Darren Hayes will tomorrow announce his first national Australian tour in three years, the highly anticipated - The Time Machine Tour.

THE TIME MACHINE TOUR

The single ON THE VERGE OF SOMETHING WONDERFUL is in stores July 28 The album THIS DELICATE THING WEVE MADE is in stores August 18

As is the tradition official Fan Club Members at www.darrenhayes.com will once again receive Pre-Sale Privileges two days in advance of the general public. Fan Club Pre-sale July 11 from 9am Australian EST Tickets on sale to the public July 13 from 9am Australian EST

Huge Darren Hayes Fan and want something more? Why not splurge on a VIP Package.. You will get a ticket in the first FIVE rows..Exclusive VIP Gifts, Signed Tour Book and an Exclusive VIP reception before the show! VIP packages only available from www.darrenhayes.com July 13 from 9am Australia EST (July 11 to official Fan Club Members)

The spectacular state of the art show is designed by award-winning concert designer Willie Williams, renowned for shows he has created for the likes of U2, REM, The Rolling Stones and George Michael.

With the brand new single ON THE VERGE OF SOMETHING WONDERFUL already lighting up the airwaves across the country, and the spectacular video clip directed by The Saline Project (Black Eyed Peas, Eminem) set to debut on TV this weekend, the tour announcement has been highly anticipated by the singer's fans, as well as a new legion of supporters gained through intimate club shows around the world earlier this year.

Transcends all genres. Joyous. A celebratory beacon. - BILLBOARD

Brilliant. Its hard to think of anyone subverting the mainstream quite so effectively and quite so gloriously as Darren Hayes. - EVENING STANDARD

Totally amazing. Might end up being one of your favourite long players of the year. - POPJUSTICE

A poptastic, killer Killers-esque gem. - HERALD SUN

www.timemachinetour.com
www.darrenhayes.com
www.myspace.com/darrenhayes

HMV UK Competition to win Darren Hayes tickets and Meet and Greet
To celebrate Darren's audacious and brilliant, epic new album, HMV UK are offering up a pair of tickets to Darren's gig at a top London venue in October.
What's more, you will also have the chance to meet Darren for yourself at a special Meet-And-Greet organised by HMV.co.uk.
For your chance to enter this competition >>> [CLICK HERE]<<<<

Outlook Magazine Article
There is a really good article about Darren in the June/July 2007 issue of Outlook Magazine. I've scanned the pages (which include gorgeous full page photos of Darren) and included the text of the article for you to read. It's in the "articles" section of my site. Here is the direct link:
Outlook Magazine (US) - the Resurrection of Darren Hayes - June/July 2007

[Outlook Mag cover]

Darren's fanclub blogs originally posted March17-April4
Darren just posted some blogs on his myspace that were originally posted on his members only fanclub blog back in March/April so that everyone could read them....

Brain Wobble
Originally Published For Members 4 April 2007

This has to be in point form because I don't have textual elegance yet.
I'm too brainwobbled to try to form proper sentences.
*I'm really jet lagged. Being away in Australia, then in New York, now London.
It's been 3 weeks so the body clock is definitely in shock. Got home yesterday morning and resisted sleep until 3pm. Crashed. Woke at 8pm. Worst possible thing you can do. All outta whack now.
*Wally pretended he didn't really know us very well for the first 45 minutes. Then became a gooey mush who sat on us for the remainder of the day. Very cute.
Still refused to get out of bed at 6 am this morning when I got up (this is a rare Anomaly and due entirely to jet lag. I don't do mornings.)
*I've got so much to do. We have to shoot a video for 'On The Verge of Something Wonderful' and apart from choosing an amazing director I have to find the time to physically shoot it based around the upcoming performances.
*The best thing about Sky Plus (or Tivo) is coming home to taped episodes of America's next top model
*Was it ambitious of me to plan a workout today? In about an hour I'll find out.
*Dame Edna Everage has another t.v show on and I can't tell you how much I love that woman. Err. M'am. You get my point.
*Right. I'm off. To get ready for the day. When actually I feel like retiring. Not from music. From the day as in putting on my slippers (I don't have any) and smoking my pipe (never did) and getting ready for bed again.
Here's a few pictures of me like five minutes ago.
xD

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O.K so the in flight entertainment on the plane didn't work
Originally Published For Members 25 March 2007

O.K so the in flight entertainment on the plane didn't work. And I know there are a million worse things in the world - but for someone who travels as much as I do - those bloody movies make the monotony of traveling half way around the world at least bearable.
I didn't buy a magazine and my laptop was dying - and there I was on a 13 hour flight in the middle of the day pretty much bored out of my brains. No ipod either. Nothing.
I took some solace in the fact that I could possibly sleep - but the 'bed' which I've now renamed the 'sled' was essentially a limp banana lounge which, upon lulling me into sleep, also left me curled up almost on the floor hours later. Gravity and all that.
Still I know I can't complain - and for those of you reading this screaming the words 'economy' at me I say this : I've served my time! For the first year of having a record deal I flew Brisbane to Frankfurt about 10 times in one year. In the middle seat of a row of 3 right at the back of the plane. I travelled in those first few years more than most flight attendants would and I definitely learned the art of survival crouched up in the foetus position that is economy. Living in Australia, I guess you just accept the fate of long distance travel.
I say the movies didn't work, but that's sort of not entirely true. They managed to find 3 films that were screened on a loop for 13 hours. 3 films that even people living under rocks would have seen on DVD. Let's just sayI really could have done without seeing 'Little Miss Sunshine' for the 34th time. As good as that movie is, it gets real old after about the 8th time.
The weird thing about the t.v's on this plane is that apparently it happens all the time. Boyd said it was the 4th time in a row that he's flown this airline and the box's were on the blink. But still - there are worse things - like jet lag!
I still think the travel is probably the hardest part of this job. Not the high notes. Not the stress. But the sheer act of propelling your body through space constantly - in and out of time zones - and sucked dry of all moisture. Sometimes I wish you literally could beam yourself around the world. But knowing my luck, I'd do that and my balls would end up in lost luggage.
Imagine explaining that to your kids!
xD

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HOLYMOSESthatwasafantasticgig
Originally Published For Members 20 March 2007

HOLY MOSES that was a fantastic gig. Pacing like a tiger even before I got in the ring. Crowd so close I feel 'em sting. Some people not there to have a good time but we soon showed em. Hotter than hell in Sydney tonight and me in a tux. But damn didn't it go down tonight as one of the best gigs of my life.
I'm loving these venues. It's tough. And it's rewarding. And I have nowhere to hide. That gets me anxious and that makes me explode into the music.
Sang 'How to build a Time Machine' whilst looking directly at my Mum. And I knew it was a photograph I took with my mind to look at one day in the Future when I'll need it.
Thanks Boyd, David, Steve, Keith and certainly Justin Shave.
Thanks Antigone for singing so beautifully and trying to calm my nerves.
One down.
The beast has been broken!
xD

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I'm fine by the way.
Originally Published For Members 20 March 2007

I'm fine by the way.
Before I get into this whole tirade about the flu virus that's been raging inside me for a week, I'm fine. And my voice is fine! But let me tell you about what's been going on. Arggh.
So in the car on the way to Heathrow I felt it begin. I had the most insane rush of fever. Hot and then cold. Sweating and then freezing. And then on the plane I had stomach cramps and nausea. Fun. 27 hours of travelling with all those symptoms. When I got to Melbourne it was in the middle of a heat wave and of course I was boiling hot on the inside anyway. We filmed the t.v show in Melbourne and lucky for me it was a comedy show so my delirious head space actually helped. Thankfully I had these 2 days off in Sydney. And seriously I've been in bed that whole time! Just sweating it out. Taking every vitamin known to man, gargling all the elixirs and finally taking the dreaded antibiotics. And it's finally broken. But jeez! It fought!
And in the middle of all of this, was the ticket drama. I got a phone call at midnight as the drama was going down and I literally had to deal with it myself. I was upset that things messed up again and wanted to make sure I could give you guys an explanation as to what happened. But you can imagine me, looking like someone was throwing buckets of water over me off camera in some bizarre reality nightmare as the flu raged and so did my temper! Lol.
The good news is � looks like quite a few 'regulars' managed to get ticket both via myspace and on sale and I think we've sufficiently terrified the ticket agency enough to get their act together next time.
And I can sing.
Right now it's Tuesday, show day and I'm so grateful I feel better! And my Mum is about to arrive at the hotel with my favorite Aunt and we're going to lunch. Oh how very posh.
Ahhh to feel better! You don't realize how much you value your health until it goes down.
Fingers crossed for tonight. Break a leg and all that.
xxxD

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Melbourne and Sydney
Originally Published For Members On 17th March 2007

O.K so jetlag is really bad this time! We arrived in Melbourne on Wednesday afternoon after the world's longest flight and had work at 3pm the next day. It was almost impossible to get into a normal headspace but it kind of helped for the job at hand. I think I woke at 3am and by 6am I gave in to the lag and just got up and got ready for the day.
I was a guest on a fantastic t.v show in Melbourne called 'Spicks and Specks' which is essentially the Australian version of 'Never Mind The Buzzcocks' (only kinder! Lol) It was a lot of fun. Everyone on the show was so kind and sweet and I just loved it. I was, however, spaced out the entire time and by the time we got back to our hotel that night � was so hungry I could have eaten a horse.
I was in no mood to eat the 'fish pie' on the room service menu; so still in t.v makeup and a suit and tie I lined up for take out chicken with the locals. Ended up devouring it in my bed and collapsing some time around midnight. Blacked out.
Woke up just in time to pack and make our flight.
Today, we flew to Sydney and I've checked in to my hotel for the weekend. I've got breakfast radio and 'Sunrise' t.v show to do early Monday morning so am going to use this time to hopefully rest and get my body clock back into the swing of things.
This is such a quick and busy trip � I almost can't believe I'm flying around the world in less than 2 weeks and singing almost as much as I would on a regular tour! But it's so fun to be playing this stuff live. I think I'm probably more excited to release it than you are to hear it.
Those of you attending delicacy � keep an ear out for the pre show and after show music. I chose it, mixed it and have snuck in a few suprises for you. F.Y.I.
Hehe.
O.K I'm off to watch some bad reality t.v.
Love you!
xD

On The Verge of Something Wonderful Debuting Tuesday on Darren's website!
This news was posted on Darren's myspace...
Sunday, June 1, 2007
On The Verge Of Something Wonderful, Tuesday!!
Category: Music
The stunning video for Darren's forthcoming single 'On The Verge Of Something Wonderful' will be debuting on the official website www.darrenhayes.com this coming Tuesday!

Tour Heads Up (tickets going on sale soon)
Tour tickets for the UK and Australian shows will be going onsale soon. Just received this email from Darren's official website's mailing list....

The Time Machine Tour
Darren Hayes is set to take "The Time Machine" Tour on the road during September/October 2007.
We are not ready to announce tour dates yet however we can say the tour will include both the UK and Australia at this stage. We want to give you the heads up that Fan Club Members will be able to purchase tickes "Pre-Sale" in the next 10 days with the tickets going on-sale to the general public shortly after that.
DarrenHayes.com will once again be selling the highly popular VIP packages which include a seat in the FIRST FIVE ROWS as well as VIP only gifts and VIP reception.
Anyone wishing to purchase multiple VIP packages are advised to verify their PayPal accounts as soon possible as multiple packages will need to be purchased through a verified account.
Kind Regards
The Team
www.darrenhayes.com
"This Delicate Thing We've Made" available to Pre- Order Now! http://www.darrenhayes.com/dh/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1130&Itemid=267
Fan Club Subscriptions available Here:
http://www.darrenhayes.com/dh/index.php?option=com_phpshop&page=shop.browse&category_id=b906ead63f1ff3a680f600fda28ec9a7&Itemid=230

Myspace Blog From Darren - it is done

Saturday, June 30, 2007
it is done
Current mood: drained
Well, it's over. It's done. Club Delicacy is no more.
But oh what a ride!
Woke up this morning and I honestly didn't know how I was going to get through this day. I had planned on being home in London on Thursday with Friday to recover and then Sat to perform both the Pride gig and my own show at Soho Revue bar.
No such luck.
The minute I got off the plane (the disaterous 26 hour flight from New York to London)
I had to work. I was doing the final approval of the video for 'Verge' and then had a 2 hour managment meeting. I went to bed Friday night and was really so wrecked that I didn't know how I'd fare today.
Well, woke up this morning and decided to just get into it. I spent some time doing a new mix cd to be hidden around the venue (did anyone find one?) and then got ready for Pride.
It was nightmare traffic obviously with parts of London closed off for the parade and increased security. Made it there just in time to run up on stage and do my thing.
My thing did well. After I was so sweaty and there were no towels but we made our way back to our hotel room - I had a shower adn then joined the whole band and crew for a lovely lunch before going up and having a nap.
An hour later it was time to get ready for my final show at Soho Revue Bar.
What can I say? It was one of the best there. Opened with 'Bombs Up in my Face' and the audience for up for it. Went into 'Casey' (so love doing that live!) and then ran the regular set list but with Insatiable acoustic for the first time in London.
Was mad hot and sweaty in there but I had a blast and the room was full of warm and enthusiastic smiling faces who made me want to stay all night.
Aftterwards we went back to the hotel and got to catch up and say goodbye to everyone for the time being. I'm heading off to the country for 4 days to try to recharge and get ready to promote Verge.
I'm not taking my computer or a cell phone. Just a book and some DVD's.
Huge, no, massive thank you to all of you who made Club Delicacy the best (not) tour in my life. Can't wait to see what the big tour has in store!
Love and stuff
xxD

Myspace Blog From Darren - plans trains and..

Friday, June 29, 2007
planes trains and..
Yes Pride London is happening.
And my final Soho Revue bar show.
Unless something else dramatic happens in the next 12 hours I'm about to go to sleep so I can wake up and rock it for y'all on Saturday. I'll be there.
Now - here is my travel story.
It is beyond dull. And frustrating. Excurciatingly so.
Major storms in NY forced our plane that was due to leave Wed night at 6.45pm to remain on the tarmac (with us on it) UNTIL 4. AM.
No movies. No snacks. No real info. Just 8 hours stuck inside a metal tube with hundreds of other people in a thunderstorm waiting to take off.
Only we missed our slot in the end as the pilot had gone over the legally allowed number of hours. So we went back to the gate. 8 hours later.
At 4 am we were all taken off the plane and left in the airport where we were told there were 'no hotel rooms available' - and told our flight would be rescheduled in 14 hours!
Yep.. 4 am we are plane-less and are told to check in again at 6pm. I felt bad for the young families and older passengers who were so tired.
Everyone had to scramble and take care of themselves and it was utter chaos.
None of the food vendors were open .. all the little babies were in full scream mode (don't blame 'em!) and everyone was sleep deprived.
We managed to find the only 2 rooms at an airport hotel and slept for a few hours and then came back to try it again on Thursday night.
To our groundhog day disbelief the events played out almost the same (sat on the tarmac for 3 hours!) before eventually taking off.
My 6 hour flight from NY to London took 2 days and I'm obviously extremely tired and desperately looking for some organic goji berries and an intravevnous shots of coffee (fair trade Ethiopian no less!) to keep me awake tomorrow for my two gigs!!
I kid about the berries and the I.V but a cold shower and some jazzercize routine may be be necessary in order to wake me up tomorrow.
I kid about the jazzercise. But not about the outfit. It is yellow and features a fluffy headband.
Right. There's the delerious button. Arrr jet lag me old friend! xxD

Myspace Blog from Darren - Gonna miss you America

Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Gonna miss you America

Hey interweb.
Finished the U.S tour pretty triumphantly I'd say tonight in NYC.
I'm completley wrecked but let me give you the highlights.
*We began with Casey - which set a new tone for the opening of the show. I love the song and it was nice to give the repeat offenders some new music tonight.
*I was having so much fun during Insatiable that I forgot the words during the bridge and then decided to play with it by inviting people up on stage to sing the bit I forgot.
*The first person I asked up didn't know the words! Bless. Next! *The second person swore they could sing but when pulled up on stage chickened out. Now I'm fine with stage fright but this person then refused to leave the stage! Very bizarre!
*The third and lucky dip was a boy called Soda and HE rocked the STAGE. Thanks Soda!
*I am very sad to say bye bye to the U.S because we had such a wonderful time here.
I want to thank my incredible band and crew... and everyone who helped put these shows together. And obviously thanks to all of you who turned up and made us feel so welcome.
I'm going home to London tomorrow to headline Gay Pride and then do one final show on Saturday night.
It's been an incredible ride!
And it's only just beginning.
xxD

Album and Single Pre-Order Available Now!
This message was sent out from Darren's official website...
Fantastic news!
Darren's new album has not even been released yet, however he is already receiving some truly incredible reviews.
"Darren Hayes' poptastic first single is a killer Killers-esque, guitar-heavy gem" Sun Herald, Australia.
"Joyously transcends all generes" with his "versatile melodic blueprint" Billboard Magazine
"Darren is still allowed to knock out a brilliant pop album every few years or so and his new one, 'This Delicate Thing We've Made', is shaping up to be his best to date."
Peter Robinson (NME, Popjustice)
Fans can Pre-Order Darren's new album "This Delicate Thing We've Made" and the debut single "On The Verge Of Something Wonderful" Now..
PRE-ORDER HERE:
http://www.darrenhayes.com/dh/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1130&Itemid=267

Video of Darren's interview on Star TV (Canada)
Thanks to Blair for this link! Star TV (Canada) aired their interview with Darren yesterday and they put the video of it up on their website.
http://www.star-tv.com/starDaily/
Click where it says...Part 2 - Star! Daily 06/26/07

Gaywired.com - review of Darren's LA show
This is a great review of Darren's LA show by Ross von Metzke (gaywired.com)
http://www.gaywired.com/article.cfm?section=70&id=15344

Trevor Project picture of Darren from Broadway World
There was a write up about the Trevor Project on Broadway World (New York, NY) which included some nice pictures from the event, including one of Darren with Charles Robbins (executive director of the event). Here is the link to the article:
http://broadwayworld.com/viewcolumn.cfm?colid=19548
Here is the pic of Darren and Charles:

Darren's interview with Kyle and Jackie O (Australia
Thanks so much to Derrick for sharing this news. Darren did a radio interview with Kyle and Jackie O (Australia) yesterday. They put the interview up on their website so you can all listen to it.
http://www.fox.com.au/shows/kyleandjackieo

B105 (Brisbane) interview with Darren
Thanks to Haylie for this news. Darren did a radio interview with Brisbane radio station B105 about those false rumours about him being ashamed of his hometown and they also asked him to participate in a funny game to "find the sausage" lol. You can listen to the interview on their website:
http://www.b105.com.au/shows/labratcammilaandstav/guest_audio_video

Max TV article - Darren Hayes vs. Brisbane's Mail
Thanks to Manu for finding this article on MaxTV's (Australia) website.
Darren Hayes vs. Brisbane's Mail
Tue 19 June 2007
http://maxtv.com.au/Max/Article.aspx?ID=1171

Chartrigger Review of Darren's LA Show
There is a great review of Darren's LA show posted by J'ason D'luv on Chartrigger.com - Darren Hayes' L.A. Show "The Best On The Tour"
Follow this link to read the review and see the pictures that J'ason included with his review:
http://chartrigger.blogspot.com/2007/06/darren-hayes-la-show-best-on-tour.html

Women Aloud Interview with Darren
As Darren mentioned in one of his myspace blogs, he did an interview with a radio show in LA called Women Aloud. They have a podcast of the interview up on their website now.
Here is the link to their website (You'll see the Podcast along the right hand side of the page):
http://www.greenstonemedia.com/womenaloud.php

Myspace Blog from Darren - Sold out Roxy Show in L.A ROCKED me!
Friday, June 22, 2007
Sold out Roxy Show in L.A ROCKED me!
Current mood: accomplished
After 7 years of being away from U.S audiences I felt pretty lucky tonight to have such a warm reception at the famous Roxy venue in L.A. At first, the chanting of my name and the screaming I honestly thought must have been for something else.
I did not expect such a vibe and it fueled a show that the band and crew were calling the best on the tour.
I got to see people I hadn't seen in years - Larry Tolin and Rebecca Mostow (my SG managers) Billie Myers (the incredible singer who came on tour with u.s in 2000) and of course the children of a lot of people who were babies when I first hit the scene and were now gorgeous adults.
I recognized a lot of MySpace peeps including Wolverine (you know who you are) and the gorgeous Jamie. It really felt great to hear people singing back the words to obscure songs like 'I like the way' and instantly recognizing the new tunes.
Such a buzz and I can't thank you enough.
Right - I'm off to New York city bright and early in the morning so thought I'd get a quick blog in before I head off to my day off in gotham.
Sending love and vibes right back at you..xD

Darren's Myspace Blog - Press play
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Press play
Current mood: hungry
So the hotel that booted me out offered to put us up for free now.. Nice gesture.. but I'm waay sick of travelling and moving so it is here at the uber cool hotel in the heart of Hollywood I remain. But thanks..
I had the most incredibly busy but inspiring day.
I did an interview with Mo and Shana on a radio show in L.A called Women Aloud.
The ladies were incredibly warm and funny and Mo Gaffney in particular is someone who's comedy I've been a fan of for years. Lovey to meet her and she is funny!
http://www.greenstonemedia.com/womenaloud.php
Then I did a few more interviews for West One and AP radio and then did a face to face t.v with Extra and then a really indepth interview with Direct T.V.
Very deep stuff but loved the crew so it was a ball.
I got to work also with the amazing make up artist Sharon Gault who works most frequently with photographer David La Chappelle. I've met Sharon ages ago and she has the most incredible energy. Love love love her and she made the day seem so easy!
Right now I'm going to enjoy a few moments ALONE.. been around people for the last forever many days and I finally have a night free.
I had a day off in San Francisco but I couldn't leave my hotel room until 4pm because I was dealing with the final proof reading of the album artwork and liaising with the video directors on 'Verge...' I was telling anyone who listened that it is so weird being an 'adult' now and not allowed to go out and play!!
Well at least I have tonight.
Very much looking forward to the Roxy tomorrow and catching up with a host of my old team from years ago including Larry Tolin and Rebecca Mostow.
Can't wait.
Big love
xD

New Myspace Blog from Darren - You just gotta laugh
Darren posted this new blog on his myspace...
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
You just gotta laugh
Current mood: annoyed
It's almost 4 am.
I'm finally in a hotel room in L.A after arriving at Le Parc Suites to be told they had given our rooms away! Our plane delayed for 3 hours leaving SF - and we didn't arrive to L.A until 1.30am. When we got to the hotel they said 'we only have one room'
'What do you mean you only have one room? There's three of us!
'Sorry but some people decided to stay longer and haven't checked out.'
We had secured the rooms wiht a credit card.
This is standard practice for a hotel so that if you don't give enough notice to cancel they can charge you anyway.
WHERE WAS OUR GURANTEE? What kind of hotel gives rooms away that are essentially prepaid for?
It was bizarre. Standing in the lobby of a hotel at half one in the morning being told you didn't have a place to stay.
As we walked out this fetching young band checked in. Tracy turner was hilarious aboiut it... "No! I'm sorry but there's no room in the hotel. You can't check in they've given our rooms away"
I had to put my hand very gently on Tracey's shoulders and say 'It's O.K Trace, it's the white stripes...'
Sure enough Jack and his merry men of Tim Burtonesque band walked purposefully into the hotel. Confident they'd get a bed for the night. And much to our astonishment - THEY DID!! Probably ours!
We had to drive around literally for over an hour looking for some hotel that would take us.. and ended up in one I describe as Rock Central - the party hotel in the heart of Hollywood ( A place I never stay). The smell of weed and cigarrette smoke down the hallways is enough to inhale a felony I'm sure.
It is a nice room though.
Just very expensive.
Oh. And we can't stay more than 2 nights.
Prince is coming on Friday.
Way to go on the cool factor Mr Hayes lol!
I don't mind being bumped for Prince.
But White Stripes?
Not to much!
hehe
xD

Chicago Concert Review by Concertlivewire.com
There was a wonderful review of Darren's June 18 Chicago concert posted on concertlivewire.com. It includes 2 incredible pictures of Darren from that night. Here is the link: http://www.concertlivewire.com/hayes.htm

New myspace blog from Darren....San Fran Frisky
San Fran Frisky
Current mood: grateful
You know I'm super busy when I'm not blogging a lot! Right now it's almost 3 am and I just got back from a club called 'The Stud Bar' and their infamous night called 'Tranny Shack!'.
I took the whole band and crew to this institution of San Francisco night life. Yep there were plenty o men in dresses and it was a real hoot seeing the most alpha straight males like Gus, our tour manager - looking so 100% completely comfortable with himself in such bizarre surroundings.
It meant a lot to me that the boys all came and hung out somewhere like this - showed they are indeed real men and secure in themselves! I have to say, right here and right now, that I have the coolest band and crew in, well band and crew history.
Everyone has been working so hard and so passionately to bring these shows to U.S audiences and it's been such an amazing bonding experience just being thrown into these tiny sweaty venues.
Like tonight at the Red Devil Lounge in San Francisco.
It was a really emotional show for me, because I lived there for 7 of the best years of my life.
They were tough times emotionally but the city really smothered me with love and understanding.
It was nice to go back tonight - a happier man - and see a room jam packed full of people who live in a city I consider to be my second home.
I always say that I love Richard 20 percent more than San Francisco. That's saying something! Because I love Richard an inconceivable amount.. but San Fran is running at second, closely followed by Star Wars.
Chicago, it must be said - is officially fucking awesome.
Loved Millennium park - it's a breathing work of art.
And the people, the food, the design of city made it all something to behold.
Two great shows there and now just 2 more to do in the U.S.
L.A and our second New York show.
When I get back to England I am taking 4 days completely away in the country with Rich - no cell phone no laptop no work no stress. Nothing.
It's been absolutely incredible but also a lot of work!
I need to recharge my batteries before the real work of promoting the single starts.
O.K .. on that note I'm off!
Sending you oodles of inappropriate affection.
xxD

Hollywood Previews - Video Interview with Darren
Thanks to Manu for sending me this link. This is a really good video interview that Darren did for Hollywood Previews...
http://ocregister.hollywoodpreviews.com/?s=music&t=video&u=darren-hayes-interview

UK 'On The Verge Of Something Wonderful' Single Pre Order

Pre-order 'On The Verge Of Something Wonderful' the stunning new single from Darren Hayes forthcoming album 'This Delicate Thing We've Made' online now from Townsend Records
http://www.townsend-records.co.uk/artist.php?artist=Darren+Hayes
There will be three versions released. Each single features unique artwork as well as exclusive bonus tracks. These include a brand new song 'Fallen Angel' (never before released and not on the new album) a live version of 'I just want you to love me' and the music video for "On The Verge Of Something Wonderful'. With club mixes of 'step into the light' and gorgeous specially commissioned art work, 'On The Verge Of Something Wonderful' is a single release full of extras.

Music Plus TV interview video
MusicPlusTV.com did a wonderful interview with Darren Hayes on the set of his "On The Verge of Something Wonderful" set when he was in LA. It's about 11 minutes long and you can see it by clicking below...

click here to see more videos like this

Darren's "Open letter to Editor of Brisbane's Sunday Mail"
Darren posted this blog tonight in response to an article that was in Brisbane's Sunday mail today. I didn't sent the article in question out earlier because it was rubbish and I didn't want to perpetuate the lies they were saying but if you'd like to read the article, you can read it from their website here:
http://www.news.com.au/sundaymail/story/0,,21916508-952,00.html
And here is Darren's blog....

Saturday, June 16, 2007
Open letter to Editor of Brisbane's Sunday Mail
Current mood: disappointed
In response to the article in your news paper that suggests I 'dissed' the town I grew up in I have to say I'm appalled.
The story is completely false and you didn't even get my Father's name right. You just printed a lie.
The opinions you expressed as mine are not even my words.
They have been lifted from press release written by a U.K journalist.
For the record, Peter is my brother. Not my father.
So much for getting basic facts straight.
Considering my love for Brisbane is actually a part of my new record (I name check, with love, the street I grew up in on 'How to Build a Time Machine') the idea that I would say negative things about Brisbane is preposterous.
I adore my home town and I'm proud of my 'poor' upbringing.
It was a struggle as most people's lives are. But one of the biggest themes in my music and in my life is that which does not break us makes us stronger.
There's a whole history of my love affair with Brisbane that you've chosen not to report because the truth is kind of boring.
It happens to be mine and my English partner Richard's favourite Australian city. When he was on tour with me in Australia last year he proclaimed Brisbane his 'top spot' in Australia, much to the horror of my Sydney and Melbourne friends. After performing at the Sydney Opera House we stayed at Brisbane's Stamford Plaza for a week - If you bothered to ask any of the staff there, I've been calling that hotel my second home for the past 7 years.
I return home more times a year than you would know because I do not publicize it. l don't live my life as a celebrity and I value my time in Brisbane with my family in a private and treasured way.
As for my views on gay marriage, there is nothing 'veiled' about my remarks on Civil Partnerships and John Howard's refusal to make it a reality for gay men and women in Australia.
I consider the recognition of Civil Partnerships to be a basic civil right and it's about time this archaic law was changed. Gay Australians deserve this.
There. Words from my mouth. Feel free to quote them.
To my actual Australian and Brisbane audience who have stood by me and supported me for the past 10 years - I'm sorry you had to think for even one second that this tabloid fodder was in any way an indication of who I am.
I'm a Brisbane boy and proud of it. And I'm completely offended at the accusatory nature of this article.
I defended myself as a child against small minded bullies and I'll do the same thing as an adult against media ones.
Brisbane Rules : Bullshit doesn't.
Sincerely
Darren Hayes

Darren's Myspace Blog - Toronto Rocked My Ass!
Darren posted this new myspace blog tonight from Toronto...
Friday, June 15, 2007

Toronto Rocked My Ass!
Current mood: ecstatic
Up there with the best gigs ever..
This year just seems to keep getter better and better.
I'm feeling great by the way.. definitely on the mend from the flu (for those who were asking) and voice was kicking tonight..
It started when we landed in Toronto.. the Canadians were so friendly and I knew that we were going to have a magical time here.
Night before had a gorgeous meal with our new drummer Peter and Tracey and Shave at the Italian over the road from the Delta hotel.
It was so nice to sit outside and breathe warm night air and relax.
Had a warm and friendly couple of interviews for t.v and press this afternoon and then made my way to soundcheck.
Rob from Temposhark gave me a copy of their brand spankin' new album 'The invisible line' and the artwork is stunning. I love it.
Did Casey at soundcheck and then got ready for the gig.
We had the most enthusiastic crowd I've seen in a while!
I loved the Mod club and everyone was a dream to work with.
We played our asses off and I owned the stage tonight.
Loved every second of it and thank you Toronto for making me feel like it hasn't been so long between visits!
Off to Chicago tomorrow for the first of 2 shows.
This tour is shaping up to be a gem.
p.s saw 15 seconds of the video for 'On the verge of Something Wonderful' today and it blew my mind. I don't wanna call it.. but o.k I will. Best. Video. Ever!
xxxD

Daily Star Review of Darren's Soho Revue Bar Performance
Thanks to Laura for sharing this news. This review of Darren's exclusive press gig at the Soho Revue Bar in London was in the June 14 issue of the Daily Star (UK).

Darren Hayes, Soho Revenue Bar, London.
Sounds like the ex Savage Garden man has been listening to Kate Bush and Prince in his three years away. Gone is the cheesy pop-rock and in its place are synths, spacey squelches and lyrics that are pure melodrama. SITL, with its references to mystical fortresses, is the musical equivalent of one of those fantasy posters you get down the market. If a unicorn had popped up on stage with Darren at this point it wouldn't have looked out of place. How to build a time machine is a tear-jerker-meets-Erasure-esque pop stomper, while funky Me Myself And (i) would make Prince himself shake his tiny purple tush. Give Daz a chance and you might be surprised.

New blog from Darren - Back, ye devil! Back I say!
Darren posted this new blog on his myspace...
Monday, June 11, 2007
Back, ye devil! Back I say!
Current mood: drained
Just decompressing from the gig tonight at The Canal Room, NYC.
Short story was it was a gorgeous and emotionally generous audience and a charged and vibey show. The long story begins a day or so ago in London..
Barely had time to scatch myself after the London gig and I was on my way to Heathrow to make the flight to New York.
I definitley had a melancholic moment saying goodbye to my little family - everything feels a bit like a blur at the moment - trying to remember to smell the roses and enjoy the present. You know those kind of hugs you give when you want to store it up for later use? I managed one of those before running for the car waiting to take me to the airport.
I don't want to keep going on and on about being ill, but I'm still not 100% (to be honest I'm about 50%) and although the weird fever thing has moved on - the left over effects haven't. Still lose my breath, still have moments of feeling really weak. I felt so shattered when I arrived in Manhattan and spent the evening before just stocking up on fresh healthy food and vitamins. Did the whole steam inhalation thing and thank God for Whole Foods Supermarket.
I managed to get a fairly decent sleep and headed down to the venue for soundcheck and some press. It was a bit stressful because I had a massive sinus headache so wasn't feeling great..and as I was leaving I saw this old man get hit on his motorcycle. He got knocked off and he was really scared! Me and a group of people ran to help him but no one wanted to move him in case he had hurt his spine. The poor thing was virtually choking from the strap on his helmet. I could see his face was turning blue and the gaggle of 'helpers' around were yellling out 'Don't move him!!' and I was yelling back 'He can't breathe!'. In the end someone helped him with his helmet and I held his hand and about ten minutes later.. he just got up! Lol. He was fine. Just shocked.
Anyway, kind of threw me and I headed uptown to my hotel with a then throbbing headache and feel really dehydrated. Had to sit in the shower for a half hour just to get my voice to sound O.K (bloody flu!!) and then put on my pimp white suit and headed downtown to the Canal Room.
It was sweaty, feverish (so was I!) and urgent. The voice worked. It was hard, but it came through when I needed it. Loved the audience and the Canal Room was a really cool space. I had to work REAL hard on stage to breathe properly and find the energy needed. But the crowd ROCKED! It kind of hit me half way through the show that I really am not back on my feet physically yet.. but somehow that INCREDIBLE audience carried me and I was touched and moved by the kindness and love in the room.
Thank you so much New York, yet again, for welcoming me and my band with such sincerity. Everyone has been so kind. The Blue Room filmed the show to include a few songs to go with the interview that did earlier. Arjan from Arjanwrites.com came (and was adorable in person... love him and love his column). Saw Elizabeth from Time Out (LOVe her!) and of course the lovely folks from Entertainment Weekly.
After the show I got to meet a lot of the above as well as my friend Jason who bought his friend Maripol (amazing iconic stylist, designer, photographer, artist.. google her!) and I have to say it was around that time that I started to feel feverish again and like I just may have pushed myself a little too much!
It was all good though because my friend Myrna Suarez (amazing photographer) came back to my hotel room and we had a slumber party with room service and bad t.v. We joked that how UN rock'n'roll my life is.. thinking that most people would assume I'd be out at some fab club instead of rockin' my boxers in front of room service at midnight. She spoiled me, gave me a neck rub and talked to me about anything and everything not Darren Hayes Inc.
It was lovely to hang out quietly and effortlessly with my dear friend and now I'm getting ready for bed and A WHOLE DAY OFF!!!
Did you hear me?
A WHOLE DAY.
I am going to sleep it away and try to keep pushing the last remnants of this 'thing' back into the place that colds and flus go when they're through torturing us. (Don't think that I"m unaware of how overly dramatic and complaining I have been about this.. but in my defence.. A. I'm a man, and B. I'm a singer. and C. It sucks. I'm so glad I've got a few days before the next gig. Hopefully I'll be back to normal by Toronoto! And thank you God, the universe and everything for making sure I can still sing even though on the inside it seems like I shouldn't be able to! I think it's all your good vibes. Ie YOU reading this. ;)
Right..
I'm off to get some shut eye.
Sending you love..
xxxD

Shakefire.com - 10 Question Inteview with Darren
Shakefire.com did a funny "Quickie 10" interview with Darren.
You can read it from their website: http://www.shakefire.com/q10/darrenhayes.html.

Arjanwrites.com Review of Darren's NY Canal Room Show
Arjan just posted a wonderful review of Darren's New York show in his Arjan Write's music blog...
Darren Hayes Live @ Canal Room, New York City
Here is the link to where you can read the review from his website:
http://www.arjanwrites.com/arjanwrites/2007/06/darren_hayes_li.html

Arjan Writes - Sneak Peek: Darren Hayes " This Delicate Thing We've Made"
Arjan has a wonderful review of some of the new songs from Darren Hayes' upcoming album' This Delicate Thing We've Made" on his "Arjan Writes" website.
Click on this link to read his "Sneak Peek: Darren Hayes " This Delicate Thing We've Made":
http://www.arjanwrites.com/arjanwrites/2007/06/sneak_peek_darr.html

Billboard Chuck Taylor's review of "Step Into The Light"
Click here to read the review from Billboard's website
Step Into the Light
DARREN HAYES
Producer(s): Darren Hayes, Justin Shave
Genre: DANCE
Label: Powdered Sugar

Savage Garden main man Darren Hayes' new solo album, "This Delicate Thing We've Made," was previewed in the United States at a series of sold-out live showcases where response was nothing less than manic. While the double album is as diverse as the seasons, first single "Step Into the Light" is a joyous dancefloor steamer, complete with 11 diverse mixes offering radio, club and dub rubs. Pezza perhaps prompts the ultimate full-body flop sweat, hurling Hayes' falsetto, mungo chorus and thwacking percussion above the clouds. Blanco appreciably adds sweeping strings, while Moran delivers a transcendent beat-coral best-suited to airwaves. Hayes' project joyously transcends all genres - and an AC release with the enduring moxie of "Truly Madly Deeply" is imminent - but as a reminder of Hayes' versatile melodic bootprint, "Light" is a hell of a celebratory beacon. - Chuck Taylor

Pre-order "This Delicate Thing We've Made" from the UK
Thanks to Dot for sending me this link to where you can pre-order Darren's new album "This Delicate Thing We've Made" from HMV UK for only �8.99. What a great price!
btw The album will be released on August 20, 2007 but you can pre-order from them now to make sure you reserve a copy!
http://www.hmv.co.uk/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?ctx=280;-1;-1;-1&sku=668402

Wayne G added Darkness mix to his myspace player
Wayne G added "Darren Hayes - Darkness (Wayne G & Porl Young Mix) to his myspace player. Thanks so much to Helen for sharing this news that Wayne sent out in a bulletin from his myspace...
http://www.myspace.com/djwayneg
Another little gem from the unreleased vaults is up for your aural pleasure.....I will be putting more unreleased bits up this week.
Njoy.
Wayne G

Room Thirteen - 2 excellent reviews of Darren's album and London gig
Thanks to Helen for sending me the links to these two excellent write ups on Darren from Michelle Moore (Room Thirteen). The first is a general review about Darren and his upcoming album and the second is her review of his London gig (she gave him a rating of 11 out of 13!)
http://www.roomthirteen.com/cgi-bin/news_view.cgi?NewsID=4953
http://www.roomthirteen.com/cgi-bin/tour_set.cgi?SetID=4300

Darren's Myspace Blog - Your Vibes Worked

Saturday, June 9, 2007
Your Vibes Worked
Current mood: relieved
Amazing gig.
Amazing.
Didn't know if I would have to cancel as I'd felt so ill yesterday but woke up today feeling strong and by the time I took the stage something just washed over me and I knew it was going to be a special performance.
Poor Boyd, my manager, is on day 2 of the 'bug'.. he looked like he was going to pass out! I told him he'd have a horrible night tonight and by tomorrow he too might have broken the back of it.
I've never really had a virus come on so quick or strong before this but I'm glad it's going!
The crowd were mad up for it.
We performed 'Casey' for the first time ever.
I sang 'I dont know you anymore' for the 2nd time in 7 years.
I wore my pimp white suit.
I sang my heart out.
Someone stole my cup off stage again (they stole it off stage the night before too! and it was my favorite mug from home! ggrrrrr! hehe).. Only tonight, as my body was oozing with infectious disease I did comment that I hope the person who stole my cup got the flu hehe.
It was a magical night and I want to thank you all for your well wishes and good vibes.
Off to the U.S tomorrow and New York show the next day.
Lookin' forward to it.
Big love
and see you soon.
xxD

Darren's Myspace Blog - Star Wars Sheets

Saturday, June 9, 2007
Star Wars Sheets
Current mood: exhausted
Hello interweb..
So I'm sitting here under my Star Wars quilt watcing a t.v show called 'Braniac' and about to head upstairs to start getting my body ready for the gig tonight.
We had our media showcase yesterday and what many of you don't know is that I was sick as a dog! All the plane travelling and long hours obviously don't help the immune system but I came home from L.A a little under the weather and by thursday I had a nasty 'thing'. You know the drill : sore muscles all over, fever sweats, sore throat etc etc. Dull. But bloody annoying for a singer.
Thursday night I went to bed and had no idea when I woke up if I'd be able to sing.
I'd been to the doctor's during the day and he'd muttered something about a sinus infection and to be honest I had so much to do I just got on with it.
After the gig I literally sat in the stairwell of the venue and could have fallen asleep. I met someone lovely from the press who must have thought I was a crack addict as I couldn't stop sweating! And then came home and didn't even get my shoes off before falling into a deep sleep still in my stage clothes. I don't think I've ever felt so sucker punched by a virus before. Just zapped me of all energy.
Long story short I had one of those nights where fever makes you sweat every piece of moisture from everything you ever drank out of your body and woke up this morning feeling like I'd broken the monster's back. Not over it but definitley not in the thick of it anymore.
It was sweet because I got spoiled a lot (hence someone making up a bed on the sofa with my favorite star wars bedding hehe). I'm going to go now and run a hot shower and breath in hot steam for half an hour. It tends to be the one thing that really helps a singer's voice.
Anyway writing this because I coud use your posiive vibes! Got a busy month ahead so can't let this little gremlin take me down!
Thanks to everyone for their support yesterday and glad you didn't notice I was feeling like something you would scrape off the bottom of your shoe!
Love you..
xD

ARIA Club Chart - Step Into The Light #22 this week
Darren's "Step Into The Light" (Shave & Sugar / Hook n Sling mix) dropped to # 22 on this week's ARIA Top 50 Club Chart (Australia) dated June 11, 2007.
It was # 10 last week and it's been on the chart for 12 weeks so far.

Darren Hayes Interview on "The Today Show" (AU) Wednesday June 6
Thanks so much to Lynne for sharing this news on Darren's forum to alert us to the interview and to Kate (teddybear) for capturing the video of the interview and sharing the file with us.
Click on the following link to watch the video or feel free to right click and save to your computer. You can also find the file on our video page (see top menu).
http://www.darrenhayesfans.com/video/todayshowau060507.wmv

Darren's Myspace Blog - Smiley Happy People

Thursday, June 07, 2007
Smiley Happy People
I'm about to go to bed but thought I'd write something chipper since I feel it. I had a really productive and busy day today. We (Boyd and Cathy and I) met with our entire team here in London. It consisted of our distribution label (Absolute) and the radio and T.V promotions team as well as the digital guys and the packaging peeps. We had the whole private dining room of our local restaurant filled with talk of 'This Delicate Thing We've Made'.
It was really exciting to meet all these people I had asked to come work with me and see their excitement and enthusiasm first hand. I am absolutely grateful for my years of being at a major label - but there is something so satisfying knowing that all of the people in the room had actually signed up to work with me because of the music I am making today.
We spoke about everything from the fabric and materials I want on the special packaging to the choice of singles. From tours to remixes. Radio to T.V. A lot of work and daunting if you look at it from up close but not so scary from space.
I have done a fair bit of great press recently. I did an incredible interview for the Sunday Times in London and this great article just came out in Time Out New York (I've included it HERE.
I went out for a walk after the meeting in Notting Hill and got some fresh air. And came face to face with a street poster I thought you might like. So I got Rich to take my picture for you.

I put in another picture of me when I was in New York last..
In my favourite new trenchcoat.

Anway.. I'm off to bed now. Got a radio interview tomorrow and then band rehearsals so I'm going to get some shut eye.
Love you as always
xxD

The Daily Telegraph/Sydney Confidential (AU) article - June 7
Darren is featured in the Sydney Confidential section of The Daily Telegraph online (June 7).
There is a nice picture of Darren and Janice that goes along with the story.
Use the following link to see the picture and read the article: http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,21860499-5006002,00.html

Darren's Myspace Blog - The Surreal Life

Tuesday, June 5, 2007
The Surreal Life
Went to a celebrity 'do' tonight in London.
Nice enough of them to have me and all that - but I couldn't help but feel strangely disconnected from it all.
I've never been a celebrity anyway - so it's no suprise that I'm not the most experienced at these kinds of things - but I sat and watched the whole thing unfold before my eyes with a bit of a wry smile I guess.
Paparazzi desperate to get pictures of Victoria Beckham.
Enrique Eglesius getting screamed at by grown women.
Random thoughts that went through my head...
As the man at the table next to me churned through cigarettes like oxygen I thought Could you smoke MORE please? I haven't got enough ashtray smell on my clothes or asthma in my lungs.
Free champagne.
Awards for Angelina Jolie.
Victoria looks thinner in real life.
Ferne cotton has a cute boyfriend.
Victoria Newton the famous gossip columnist from London's Sun was strangely stunning and spectacular looking in red, red, red.
And though I was dressed up in my best designer outfit all I wanted to do was curl up in bed.
Nice of them to have me and all that.
Reminded me of a John Lennon Song.
"I'm just sitting here watching the wheels go round and round.
I really love to watch them roll.
No longer riding on the merry go round.
I just had to let it go."
Indeed.
xD

DARRENHAYES.COM gets a makeover!
If you haven't visited Darren's official website in the last few days, you may not have noticed the fantastic new design. It's very cool!
There are also some great new pics in the gallery and a new look to the forum.
Check it out! http://www.darrenhayes.com

POPrepublic June 07 issue - 2 Darren mentions
Thanks to Manu for this news. :)
Darren has two mentions in the June 07 issue of POPrepublic's newletter.
http://www.poprepublic.tv/popjune07.pdf
First on page 3, in the editorial it says....
"Darren Hayes is a bloody genius, just wait til you hear the new album and I will be proved absolutely right!"
And then on page 21, on their Remix Top 10 Chart Darren's "Step Into the Light" (Shave and Sugar Mix) is #1.

Step Into the Light #10 on ARIA Club chart - June 4
On the new ARIA (Australia) Top 50 Club Chart dated June 4, 2007...
Darren Hayes - Step Into The Light (Shave & Sugar / Hook n Sling mix) is # 10 (down 1 from last week, 11 weeks on the chart)

Two New Songs Added to Darren's Myspace
Darren has added samples of "On The Verge of Something Wonderful" and "Me, Myself and I" to the music player on his myspace.
Check them out at: http://www.myspace.com/darrenhayes

Darren's Myspace Blog - The Music Video
Darren posted this fantastic new blog on his myspace. It has some great pictures that go along with it too that you'll have to go to his myspace to see. Here is the link:
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=140713037&blogID\ =271530848

The Music Video
Category: Music
I'm back in London from L.A having just flown there and back within 4 days to shoot the video for 'On The Verge of Something Wonderful'. It was quite the feat I must say, flying there and back and working so hard with so much at stake.
I said to the directors 'I woke up this morning and thought.. should I pay cash for a house or make this video? And I chose VIDEO!!'. All jokes aside, being indie means I pay for it. All. And that's a scary thought but also a liberating one.
Rather than try to explain to you what the visual idea was, I've included a very early draft of what we eventually settled on. This was written by Adam and Justin at The Saline Treatment and was the reason I chose them.
The song 'On The Verge....' Is loosely about standing at the precipice of an adventure.
In mind it was the jumping off point for me delving into the depths below emotionally for this album. And in some ways it's like the opening theme song for me as the time traveler in the role of album narrator. I go back to go forward.
So the video needed to be a flurry of all the influence and the energy that the album conjures up. Lots of green screen and reacting to things that will be put in in post later. They'll be animating for some time I imagine so there's lots for them to do but I'm very excited to see the end results.
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First Video Treatment Idea from The Saline Project for Darren Hayes 'On The Verge Of Something Wonderful'
With nothing but a black void as our canvas, this video opens with a series of heavy references to 1980's era experimental music videos. Talking Heads. Devo. Berlin.
All of the imagery feels somehow tweaked and manipulated. The visuals might have a 80's sensibility, but the presentation is unmistakably 2007.
Darren is very much the straight man in this fantastic world. In one set up, shades of Max Headroom. In another, the time traveler with his uniform of bright orange shoes and tie blowing in the wind as he travels through a fantastical world. Totally in control of this incredible chaos, occasionally letting us in on the fact that he understands how wonderfully abstract all this is, providing a sort of stylistic barometer to the kind of imagery that continually splashes across the screen.
Anything is possible in this world - dream sequences, fantastic personal visions, and more straight-forward performance sequences woven into a beautiful and strange tapestry.
Cities rise, cars made from cardboard appear as Darren and company walk the streets of a herky jerky city. Beams of neon light dance in the black sky to the rhythm of the synthesizer. An apartment assembles itself around us and we find Darren typing at a typewriter. A spool of paper wraps itself around him but he continues to type. The camera follows the paper which becomes a road. Darren rides a cardboard bicycle down the typing paper road. He dodges cars as traffic gets more intense. Suddenly the cars smash into each other and then unfold into waves. Darren's bicycle becomes a boat and oars fall from the sky as the camera pulls back to see him in a makeshift ocean. The camera pulls back farther and we see the earth spinning. Enlarged cities and miniature planes float around the globe and the camera rotates to reveal the earth as a hat on Darren's head. He throws the hat aside as desks unfold around him and coworkers and supervisors populate and endless office space. Darren tries to sort an ever growing heap of papers and the camera pulls back to reveal...
Hastily-made assemblage sets and props, heaped together from chunks of cardboard, toys, kids costumes and vintage instruments. Helping us create a world that is a perfect melding of retro and futurism.
The endless unfolding will continue, transforming and changing as Darren sometimes sings to camera, sometimes ignores us. Often playing with the concepts in the track, sometimes illustrating them pretty accurately- but never without a twist. We'd love to work with Darren in putting this sequence of vignettes together, pulling as much from his life, dreams, and lyrics as possible.
Like some of the great 1980's videos, Michael Gondry films, and Bjork promos, we work heavy visual elements into abstract but readable moments. With Darren as our host and guide, we enter this world immediately, with no explanation, no bookends, nothing - this is the creative statement being made and any sort of excuse or twist would water down what is strong, pure and understandable to the modern viewer.

Pics from Darren's video shoot on "Pink is The New Blog"
Some pics from Darren's new video shoot were posted on "Pink is The New Blog" today. (Use the following link and then scroll down to the pictures).
http://trent.blogspot.com
Darren Hayes, who is working feverishly on his new album, began work on a new music video in LA this week and in addition to busting out a few really cute facial expressions he busted up a very special guest star for his video.
How sweet of the boy to let the crazy Ms. Janice Dickinson appear in his music video. Bless his heart. I can't wait to see the final result.

Darren's Myspace Blog - Supermodel! Work! Do your thing!
Friday, June 1, 2007
Supermodel! Work! Do your thing!
Sitting in the air port lounge on my way home to London. This will be a quick one but wanted to let you know the video shoot went great. Our iconic uberguest was The Miss Janice Dickinson and she did not disappoint. It was literally a tiny cameo but it's already garnered quite a bit of attention that we both think is quite funny!
Having her appear in the video was not planned at all. I had met her through a friend briefly the day before the video shoot. I was struck actually by how much grace and star quality she carried with her up close and I jokingly said she could play the part of the evil sexy shopaholic in the video. And to our shock she said yes! The idea that the 80's were an era of success made it the perfect avenue for Miss Thing to strut her stuff loaded down by way too many shopping bags. She played a tiny but memorable part and was whisked in and our in a flurry of fun.
To me, when I think of the era that Janice really took her place as a supermodel it was all about glamour and animated joy. She brought those qualities and more on the set and we were all raving about how kind and friendly she was on set - nothing at all like the character she tends to play out on t.v. She was the consummate professional and looked, smelled and performed stunningly.
I'll give you more of an update on the video and some photos when I land!
xD

Billboard (US) Mention of Darren
Thanks to Holly for sharing this brief mention of Darren in Billboard (US)...
GOOD WORKS
Billboard 05-05-2007
TRUE COLORS
Savage Garden's Darren Hayes has joined Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane and others to raise awareness for the Trevor Project, a nationwide suicide prevention hotline for gay youth. A June 25 charity event at the Hudson Theatre in the Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York will bring awareness to and raise money for the project. For more info, go to thetrevorproject.org.GOOD WORKS

Limited edition of "Step Into The Light" CD available for purchase!
Perfect Beat (based in the USA) has a limited edition mix cd of Darren's "Step Into the Light" available for purchase. (You can hear clips of the tracks on their page as well).
Here is the link and what they said about it in their newsletter...
http://perfectbeat.com/product_info.php?products_id=15853
Darren Hayes
Step Into The Light (Limited Edition)
The HUGE Perfect Beat exclusive of the week! Former Savage Garden front man gets his latest release remixed by Tony Moran and Moto Blanco. Be the cool one on the block and get this before every one else... Limited edition, and pressed up just for us! Enjoy!
Tracklisting:
Tony Moran Radio Mix (4:31)
Moto Blanco Radio Mix (3:15)
Tony Moran Full Mix (8:54)
Moto Blanco Club Mix (8:13)
Hook n Sling Mix (7:22)

Darren "Headlining" at Pride London!
This news was posted on pinknews.co.uk...
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/news/articles/2005-4511.html
Pride London main acts announced
Amy Bourke
Pride London has announced the acts that will be performing on the main stage in Trafalgar Square.
The event, which takes place on June 30, will take place after the parade and will start at 2pm.
Headlining is Darren Hayes, formerly of Savage Garden. Pride London patron Mz Fontaine will follow, along with QBoy, who recently performed across America on the Homo Revolution tour.
This year's presenters are Graham Norton, John Barrowman, Amy Lame', Jamie Crick and Lucio of Capital Radio.
Guest speakers will include the Mayor of London, Lord Smith and Kristine Garina Chair of Moziaka Riga, Pride London's twinned event.
Pete Heyes, Production Director of Pride London, said: "The main stage is the place where we try to bring together the politics and entertainment that define Pride London.
"This year we really wanted to showcase acts that the gay community is listening to.
"All our artists, presenters and programmers give their time to the charity for free, and the high-profile line-up shows their skill and commitment, for which we are very grateful."
"It was hard work to follow the success of EuroPride, but we feel that this year Pride London has really got to the roots of committed musical and artistic talent."
The full line up includes:
Darren Haynes
Jimmy Sommerville
UnkleJam
Dragonettes
Axe Girl
QBoy
Nemesis
Mz Fontaine
Kelly and The Kelly Girls
Aquilas Kiss

Hear 2 new Darren Hayes Songs on Popjustice.com
Popjustice is featuring samples of 2 of Darren's new songs from his upcoming double album. You can hear a clip of his first single "On The Verge Of Something Wonderful" from the album by following this link:
http://www.popjustice.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1158&Itemid=279
And hear a clip of "Me, Myself and I" by following this link:
http://www.popjustice.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1160&Itemid=265

GenerationQ article - Darren Hayes makes return to the charts
http://www.generationq.net/articles/Darren-Hayes-makes-return-to-the-charts-00001.html
Darren Hayes makes return to the charts
Darren Hayes has broken into the Top 10 on the ARIA Club Chart with Step Into The Light.
by Chris Pycroft - Associate Producer AU on 2007-05-28
For the last nine weeks, Into The Light has been gradually climbing the club charts under the artist name of Shave & Sugar. But now, as momentum continues to grow for Darren Hayes' new album This Delicate Thing We've Made, a taste of what can be expected from the upcoming double disc release has officially been revealed.
The song, which now has the official title of Step Into The Light (Shave & Sugar Mix), has moved for the first time into the ARIA Club Chart Top 10 at position number nine.
It signals the official return to the charts for Hayes, whose last chart appearance was at the end of 2005 with the release of the single So Beautiful.
The original name of Shave & Sugar for its release to clubs comprised of the surname of Justin Shave; a co-producer and writer for the upcoming album, and also an excerpt from the name of Hayes' independent record label Powered Sugar.
Step Into The Light has since been remixed by up to twelve different DJs including [Love] Tattoo, and was featured in the 2007 Mardi Gras.
This Delicate Thing We've Made will be released on 20 August.
In the coming weeks, GenerationQ will be previewing This Delicate Thing We've Made. If you liked Darren's music before, then just wait until you hear him now...

Sunday Telegraph Article
There was a nice article about Darren in today's Sunday Telegraph (Australia). Thanks to Rosie for scanning it. (click on the image below to see a larger version of the scan)

And I've typed up the text for those of you that need to use a translator to read it. Here it is...
New-look Hayes on song
With a stylish short haircut, a gym-toned bod and a new wardrobe, Darren Hayes is putting himself back on the radar.
Having split from his major record label, Sony BMG, the former Savage Garden front man has been busily working towards the independent release of his new solo album, This Delicate Thin We've Made, in August.
The first single, On The Verge of Something Wonderful, will be released on June 25, and Hayes will film a video clip for the track in Los Angeles next week.
"This Delicate Thing is my most important record, because it's the first one where I've been fully aware of what I was doing, and why," Hayes, 35, says.
"I went back and literally looked at my whole life -- the joy, the sadness, the death of friends, the birth of children, the rise and the fall of a career."
Fan's may have unknowingly already heard his new material, as club DJs around the world have been playing one of the tracks, Step Into The Light.
The track peaked on the local dance charts at No. 12 and was distributed with Shave and Sugar credited as the artist.
Justin Shave is the name of Hayes' producer, and Hayes' company is called Powdered Sugar Productions.
The two-CD album will feature 25 songs, some of which are about Hayes' husband, Richard Cullen, whom he married in a civil service in London last June.
"I wanted to write an album about relationships and the idea of time travel as therapy," says the London-based Hayes, who is likely to visit Australia in the new few months.

Club Delicacy Now Open For June 30th Show
New Blog from Darren's myspace...
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Club Delicacy Now Open For June 30th Show
If you missed out on being a friend of Club Delicacy for Darren's performance at the Soho Revue Bar on June 9th, then here is the news you've been waiting for!!
Club Delicacy is now open to accept My Space friends of Darren Hayes for Darren's Soho Revue Bar performance on 30th June. She will accept every 10th friend request and those selected will not have to go through the stress or drama of trying to get tickets for the Delicacy performance on 30th June (tickets for which go on sale June 1st via hhttp://www.ticketweb.com). Because this is Darren's final show Club Delicacy will be open to past winners.
Please note that you must be aged 18 years or over to attend and no cameras or recording devices will be allowed.

Darren to perform at London Pride?
Looks like Darren will be a busy boy on June 30. In addition to his show at Delicacy, it appears he may be performing at Pride London (please note: there hasn't been any official verification yet).
http://www.pridelondon.org/
Pride London proudly presents...
Main Stage @ Trafalgar Square
Politics, entertainments and music from the likes of Darren Hayes, Dragonette, Qboy, Mz Fontiane, Kelly and The Kelly Girls, Jimmy Sommerville, Unckle Jam, Nemesis and Axe Girl

Bitemezine.net Article/Interview with Darren
Thanks to SueJ for finding this article/interview with Darren on bitemezine.net.
Here is the link to where you can read it on their site:
http://www.bitemezine.net/DHayesIV.htm

The First Single teaser coming soon
New blog from Darren's myspace....
Thursday, May 24, 2007
The First Single teaser coming soon
I wanted you guys to know that soon a snippet of 'On The Verge Of Something Wonderful' is going to get it's first public airing on www.popjustice.com
I'll be sure to let you all know in advance when to expect it - but the folks over there are keen to be the first to offer up a 30 second teaser of what is gonna be my first single from this baby.
In other news, I spent the day with Justin overseeing the 5.1 surround sound mix of 13 tracks that will feature on the DVD version of the record with animations after Christmas this year.
Tomorrow I do the album shoot and Monday I leave for L.A to shoot the video for 'Verge'..
It's all happening!
I want to thank you all so much for being so freakin' cool to me.
I spend waaay too much time on 'tinternet reading all your notes and comments and although slightly sleep deprived - you are SO worth it.
Love..
xxD

Second Chicago show added - June 16
As the first Chicago SOLD OUT, a second Lakeshore Theater show has just been added.
Darren will play a second show on SATURDAY JUNE 16 at the Lakeshore Theater, Chicago. Tickets on sale now via http://www.ticketweb.com

Win Tickets To See An Exclusive Darren Hayes Performance
Exciting news from Darren's myspace....
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
WIN TICKETS TO SEE AN EXCLUSIVE DARREN HAYES PERFORMANCE.
Category: Music
Darren Hayes is performing an exclusive lunch time invitation only gig for the the Press and Music Industry during the day @ The Soho Revue Bar in London on June 8.
There'll be gorgeous food, fabulous cocktails and of course of a performance of music from his incredible new album 'This Delicate Thing We've Made'.
This event is invitation only but Darren has insisted we put away a bunch of free tickets for his MySpace friends.
You can not buy tickets for this event. You won't find them on Ebay. You can't even sleep your way to the top to get them (well, maybe you can do that but we wouldn't publicize it). The point is, if you would like to attend this event, enter the competition by sending a friend request to DARREN HAYES EXCLUSIVE .
We will select every 10th request.
To eligible to enter, you MUST have one of Darren's new songs as your profile song and be available to attend the show at 12.30pm on Friday June 8, 2007.
Good luck!

Temposhark Opening for Darren - North American shows
In case some of you haven't heard, the amazing Temposhark are opening for Darren on all of his North American shows in June. Check out there myspace to hear their music and check out their blogs about opening for Darren. Here is the link to their myspace and what their latest blog said...
http://www.myspace.com/temposhark
Second NEW YORK SHOW just added...
As the first New York show is now *SOLD OUT*, a second Canal Room show has just been announced.
Temposhark will play a second live show on TUESDAY JUNE 26 at The Canal Room, NYC. Supporting Darren Hayes.
Tickets on sale now via www.ticketweb.com
In other live news, the Chicago live date is now also *SOLD OUT*.
We can't wait to play live for you all in a few weeks time! :) xxx

Darren's myspace blog - The 80's Get Me Hard
Darren posted a new blog on his myspace today and it includes a really cute picture of him and Wally sleeping on the couch. So adorable!
http://www.myspace.com/darrenhayes
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
The 80's Get Me Hard
I'm watching a documentary on Scott Walker, the innovative American experimental and esoteric music maker. I don't know if this speaks of my mood today or my new direction in my musical life � but I feel a sense of solidarity with him. On that note, Willie Williams and I met up today to discuss the tour again � he having just come back from New York where he was working with that other musical outcast Laurie Anderson.
It was an inspiring meeting where he produced models and pictures to demonstrate exactly how he'll help present 'This Delicate Thing' live. It's amazing with computer aided design, you don't often need to make 'real' things. But it really helped seeing a 3D model of the stage and how it might all unfold with the music. I could be making another huge mistake by financing this show! But I live for my art and to not do this show I think is something I'd regret more than a few extra dollars in my pocket.
It's been a strange week this one. Lots of topsy turvy energy going down (anyone else feel it?) and been feeling more tired than usual. Took to having a nap on the couch on the weekend a couple times which I rarely do (Rich took a snap of Wally and I in a deep coma � could that dog be any cuter?). We were supposed to go see a movie � bought tickets and all � but ended up just staying in.
Today after our meeting we knocked about in the West End for a bit � I bought another Star Wars book I don't need and got some food from the organic store for dinner.
We had the most amazing organic food store around the corner from us called Fresh and Wild. But it got bought by 'Whole Foods' the U.S company and got closed down to allow for their huge super store opening up in Kensington. Great for Kensington but bad for us! We really loved walking there and getting awesome healthy food for dinner fresh each night. Now there's a burger place to tempt us. What to do? That's why whenever I'm near one I go crazy storing up food like an animal preparing for winter. How sad and boring that in my mid 30's I should be confessing to eating a carrot and chick pea salad instead of getting trashed at the pub?
Hehe.
Tomorrow I'm getting my hair cut again (short haircuts need cutting every few weeks have ya noticed?) and then Thursday we are in the studio doing the surround sound mix for the DVD version of the record due next year. Friday is the album photo shoot and Monday I leave for L.A for the video shoot. Super busy days huh!
Here's my ten second review on all things pop culture this week.
Paris Hilton going to jail : throw away the key.
The new Maroon 5 album : are they Savage Garden for the 2000's?
Madonna's Pharrel song : Eh.
Pharrell's ice cream Reebok trainers : Amazing.
80's Things I've rediscovered this month Alison Moyet. The first concert I ever saw and still one of my favourite singers. Love Resurrection rocks ass!
Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield. This is one of the best pop songs ever written and I'll defend it via hate mail. I don't mind saying that Brandon Flowers may have studied this song as song camp. It's sugar rush in 3 minutes.
'Swept Away' by Diana Ross. Written by Darryl Hall and someone or other. I think if Britney Spears were to launch a comeback this song would do it. In fact, could Britney please not do this song and instead could Madonna Cover it and could Calvin Harris please produce. The Family � the 'secret' Prince album that may or may not be Prince. Does anyone know?
Maniac by Michael Sembello. Is it wrong I like this song?
I started this blog tired and a bit of 80's just got me all 'up'. Thank you 80's.
Well, once again, wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who writes me on here. I do read all the notes. Obviously it's getting harder and harder to reply to a lot but I try. I try!
Sending big love..
xxD

UGO.com interview with Darren
This is a really nice interview with Darren posted on New York based website, UGO.com this week. Here is the link to where you can read it: http://www.ugo.com/ugo/html/article/?id=17314§ionId=2

Into The Light # 17 on ARIA
On the new ARIA (Australian) Top 50 Club Chart dated May 21, 2007...
Darren's "Into The Light" (Main mix) is #17.
It peaked at #14 last week and has been on the chart for 9 weeks.

Instinct Magazine Web Extra
Instinct Magazine finally posted the "Web Extra" part to their interview with Darren that appeared in their May Issue. You can read the original interview in our "articles" section of our site. (click on news in the top menu).
And you can read the new Web Extra part directly from their website. Here is the link: http://instinctmagazine.com/celebrity-interviews/darren-hayes---may-2007.html

Darren to appear on Canadian TV
Canadian fans, be on the lookout for Darren Hayes on an 80's special on Star TV in Canada. I don't have any details on when it will air but it should be soon.

Annex22 Magazine interview with Darren
There is a very good interview with Darren Hayes in the current issue of Annex22 Magazine (Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA). You can read the interview online here: http://www.annex22.com/05.16.07--DarrenHayesInt.html

Second NEW YORK SHOW just added
Exciting news from Darren's myspace...
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Second NEW YORK SHOW just added
As the first New York show is now SOLD OUT, a second Canal Room show has just been announced.
Darren will play a second show on TUESDAY JUNE 26 at The Canal Room, NYC.
Tickets on sale now via www.ticketweb.com

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New Blog from Darren - Video Killed the Radio Star
Darren posted this new blog on his myspace..
Monday, May 14, 2007
Video Killed the Radio Star
Current mood: artistic
So by now most of you reading this will have seen the second animated video piece I have commissioned to showcase music from 'This Delicate Thing We've Made'.
'Step Into The Light' was painstakingly put together by Damian Hale of onedotzero.
Damien has done some pretty amazing things actually. I first met him through his involvement with Willie Williams and their work together with Richard Cullen on the George Michael tour. They had done a lot of the video pieces that appeared on the mammoth video stage that George is touring at the moment. I loved Damien's work and I asked him to commission 2 pieces. 'Step' was the first. 'Casey' is the other.
Richard Cullen is working on 10 other songs (you've seen his first 'Who Would Have Thought?') and there's another animation house from Brooklyn, New York who I've asked to make an animated short for 'How To Build a Time Machine'.
Although some of the pieces will appear online, the entire 13 will be available some time early next year as a surround sound 5.1 single disc version of the album.
I hope it's clear that these pieces are animations.
A few lost souls have written and expressed concern that I'm 'not in my videos'.
I can assure you, I'll be in the music video for the first single 'On The Verge of Something Wonderful'.
I'm about to head off to L.A in the next couple of weeks to begin filming a big fat pop video for it. The animated shorts are not intended to be traditional music videos.
They are art pieces and they are intended to be the graphic and visual counterparts to 'This Delicate Thing We've Made'.
I hope you are enjoying the journey to August 20 as much as I am!
xxD

'Step Into the Light' Video Premiere
Exciting news from Darren's myspace and his official website...
The second animated teaser video from Darren Hayes' forthcoming album 'This Delicate Thing We've Made' will debut online this Monday.
On Monday May 14 check in at www.darrenhayes.com to see the full animated video for the album teaser track 'Step Into The Light' created by Damien Hale of award winning animation house onedotzero.
The video is one of a series of animated shorts commissioned to showcase music from the upcoming double album.
Enjoy!

The Student Zone Article - May 11
Thanks to Manu for finding this nice article about Darren's upcoming album on The Student Zone's website. Here is the link to where you can read it: http://www.thestudentzone.com/article/31647

Happy Birthday
Darren posted this new blog on his myspace....
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=140713037&blogID=262112415

Monday, May 07, 2007
Happy Birthday
Current mood: thankful
It's my birthday today and I presume I'm going to be spending it all day with the people I love. I say presume because I'm writing this before I go to bed, but plans are in motion for a lovely day.
I wanted to take this moment to say thank you to all of you and the universe I guess, for the beauty in my life.
In the entertainment industry there is a fear of getting older. But in the real world, getting older is a blessing. Just ask anyone who lost someone too soon � wrinkles are a trophy and a gift from God. To be alive today, experiencing all of this for the 35 years that I have � is the best gift I could get.
There were many years where I didn't see my life as a blessing. There were dark times (and I'm sure there will be again). But through it all, I've always had my songs and my music � and they in turn were like a beacon of hope for me. Sending out a message, a random blinking light if you will, saying 'I'm still here! I'm waiting for you!'.
'You' was Richard. It was the 'me' I forgot and in some ways it was all of you.
Thank you for sticking by me and having faith in me and allowing me the opportunity to keep doing the thing that ignites my soul.
For your wishes and your gracious time and attention I say 'Thank You'.
Love Darren

Club Delicacy Re-Opening May 9th
New Blog from Darren's myspace....
Monday, May 07, 2007
Club Delicacy Re-Opening May 9th
Category: Music
If you missed out on being a friend of Club Delicacy for Darren's performance at the Soho Revue Bar on May 12th, then here is the news you've been waiting for!!
From 9pm this Wednesday UK time Club Delicacy will be opening her arms again to accept My Space friends of Darren Hayes for Darren's Soho Revue Bar performance on 9th June. Please do not send friend requests for the June 9th show before this time/date. Club Delicacy will accept every 10th friend request and those selected will not have to go through the stress or drama of trying to get tickets for the Delicacy performance on 9th June (tickets for which go on sale Friday May 11th via www.ticketweb.co.uk ).
If you miss out on this opportunity don't worry because there is another date in June and Club Delicacy will be giving MySpace friends the same opportunity to reserve these limited number of tickets for that gig.
Please note that you must be aged 18 years or over to attend and no cameras or recording devices will be allowed. Previous/current myspace winners are not eligible to apply.

Darren's Blog - Hello Interweb
This blog posted on Darren's Myspace and his official website on Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Hello Interweb
Category: Music
Originally published for community members 26th Feb 2007
I had the antithesis of a relaxing weekend in spite of my best attempts. Mostly due to the lack of hot water (our boiler blew up) and the mysterious white van that parked in front of our driveway for 48 hours. It blocked our car in and made me feel like the government were secretly stalking me. I don't suppose a whole gang of you pooled your money together to hire one of those spy trucks did you? You know the kind with a massive satellite dish on top? To listen to the album?
>See that's what I'm doing right now. I'm sitting in a mastering suite with the icon that is Tim Young. He has mastered pretty much everything. What is mastering you ask? Ergh. I'm so bad at explaining this stuff. The short story is written on the interweb here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mastering (hehe)
Basically it's a lot more than just preparing the final production master. It involves the sequencing of the songs, choosing the milliseconds between tracks, adjusting master e.q's and blanances and making the whole record 'sit' together sonically. I'm not really into very LOUD records as you know � and the beauty and tragedy of modern mastering is that everything is EXTREMELY LOUD. This is o.k at radio but as an album I want this one to have more dynamics and more subtleties. So that's what Tim's delicate balance will be.
On another note � I'm knee deep in fun stuff. I'm overseeing the re- designing of the website, continuously developing the front cover art, and today had a meeting with Willie Williams www.willieworld.com about our forthcoming extravaganza planned for October. Can't tell you any more than that other than the fact that it will be a LOT easier to get tickets. Lol..
In other news I'm feeling more relaxed now the record is done. Like tonight I'm staying in because I'm obsessed with America's Next Top Model. Monday nights at our place are SO domestic. It's hilarious. What else? I'm very excited to be going home to Australia. And in preparation for all this promo I've had to get some new clothes. I've given a lot of my old stuf to charity and went out to buy a crap load more. Going through my wardrobe and throwing things out was a bit like being on 'What Not To Wear'. Except I had to buy the replacement clothes myself.
Right. I just had my phone ring in the middle of a mastering session. Not cool. Inside here it's like the cone of silence*. There are strict rules about noise. There is a door that looks like it's made of bullet proof glass and a handle that you need to be a 200 pound weight lifter to open. Needless to say I'm glad I don't have my ring tone set to 'R2D2' anymore.
Goodnight interweb.
Love me.
*Apart from the greatest album in the world blasting away.

Darren's "Into The Light" #17 on the ARIA Club Chart!
Darren's "Into the Light" remix is #17 on the ARIA Club Chart (Australia) this week (moved up from 30). Seems it's been on the chart for 7 weeks under the artist name of "Shave & Sugar" and we didn't even realize it! lol This is so cool!
http://www.ariacharts.com.au/pages/charts_display.asp?chart=1L50
ARIA Top 50 Club Chart - May 7, 2007
#17 INTO THE LIGHT (Main mix) Shave & Sugar

POP Republic May 07 Issue
There was a mention of Darren in the new Poprepublic May 07 Issue, page 9, Riffs and Rants Section. Here is the link: http://www.poprepublic.tv/popmay07.pdf
And here is what it says...
Darren Hayes has unveiled the first sample of his new double album on his official site. Co-written by Hayes & Guy Chambers, 'Who Would Have Thought?' was premiered in the form of a stunning specially commissioned animated video on DarrenHayes.com Meanwhile another track, 'Step Into The Light' was premiered as a club remix issued to DJs worldwide, before the album version was unveiled on MySpace.com/DarrenHayes An animated video for that track will debut shortly.

Darren coming to North America in June!
This exciting news was posted on Darren's myspace and official website...
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Heads up north american fans
Dates soon to be announced for a tiny run of club shows in the U.S this June.
Keep some free time between June 10 and June 25 as Darren and band will be heating it up in cities that may or may not include L.A, N.Y, San Fran, Philly, Toronto, Detroit, Chicago.
Firm dates and locations to be announced soon!

Chart Rigger Mention of Darren
Darren was mentioned on Chart Rigger's website on Wednesday. Here is a portion of what it says, "The May 5 issue of Billboard reports Darren Hayes will be performing at a June 25 Trevor Project charity event honoring actor Nathan Lane..."
And here is the link where you can read their entire blog about it:
http://chartrigger.blogspot.com/2007/05/music-junkie-digest-saws-new-act-pet.html

Step Into The Light
New Blog from Darren's myspace...
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Step Into The Light!
It's here. Check out Darren's official MySpace www.myspace.com/darrenhayes to listen to another BRAND NEW TRACK 'Step Into The Light'
'Step Into The Light' is an album track teaser from the album 'This Delicate Thing We've Made' to be released around the world August 20, 2007.
Stay tuned. A specially commissioned animated video by world renowned animation studio onedotzero.com is coming soon.
Enjoy!

Instinct Magazine's May Issue
Darren was featured in the May 07 Issue of Instinct Magazine (US). It is currently available at newstands and bookstores across the US. I've scanned the article and typed up the text for those of you that need to use a translator to read it or weren't able to buy a copy.
Click on the Instinct Magazine cover page image below to read the entire article and see the scans

Changes Coming to Darren's Official website!
This news was posted on Darren's official website...

Important Site News.
Tuesday, 01 May 2007

We wanted to give you all a heads up about some of the changes that are coming to the site in the coming weeks, starting with the new Flash intro to the site (it's just a teaser of what's to come!), you'll need the Flash 9 player to see it. If you don't have it, it will give you a link so you can go get it. Pop over to http://www.darrenhayes.com/ to see if you are up-to-date.

That's not all though, we are going to be adding things to the site that require one of the following browsers, they are all free so just pick the one you want and download it. If you are an Internet Explorer user, you really will need version 7, we are depending on some of the bug fixes they've made!

- Internet Explorer 7 :
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/default.asp Windows Only
- Firefox : http://www.getfirefox.com Windows, Mac, & Linux
- Safari: Whatever version you have on your Mac!

Can't wait for you to see what we have in store for you!

Mentions of Darren on Popdirt, Chart Rigger and Electroqueer
Darren was mentioned on the following online sites this week...

Popdirt.com - http://popdirt.com
Darren Hayes 'Step Into The Light' Posted on Monday, April 30 @ 01:02:48 CDT by MusicMan
Here is the link: http://popdirt.com/

Darren Hayes Previews Another New Track, Confirms US Dates In The Works.
By J'ason D'luv (Chart Rigger)
Here is the link: http://chartrigger.blogspot.com/2007/04/darren-hayes-previews-another-new-track.html

Darren Hayes premiers 'Step Into The Light'
By Electroqueer
Here is the link: http://zxlcreative.blogs.com/electroqueer/2007/04/darren_hayes_pr.html

Darren's Official YouTube Page Moved!
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Darren's official youtube page has moved to its permanent home at http://www.youtube.com/darrenhayes
Subscribe to Darren's new page to stay informed for when new videos are added and also rate the videos while you're there!

U.S. Club Dates Looming
New Blog from Darren's myspace....
Thursday, April 26, 2007
U.S club dates looming

Don't you just hate web based mail?
Or blogs?
Or anything where you can be timed out?
Or your draft doesn't get saved?

I just spent an hour writing a really informative and funny blog.
And then I had the urge to check out David Beckhams new haircut on pinkisthenewblog.com and forgot to save my blog..and you guessed it. Erased.

And David's hair was dissapointing too.
So not worth it.
I'll know next time interweb.
You are more important that hair styles of the rich and famous.

What I wanted to say was simple really.
I'm coming back to the u.s for some more small club shows soon. We are still working out the dates but it's probably going to be in June at at his stage it's looking like L.A, SF, Chicago, New York and maybe Philly.
As always, stay tuned here for the details but for those u.s fans who keep asking, well the answer is 'yes'.

As for the 'big' tour - we finally confirmed the venue for the London date of the U.K tour that will begin late September and play in London at a very prestigious venue first week of October.
That tour is being designed by the legendary Willie Williams and will continue on to Australia aftewards and hopefully come through the u.s in summer 08.

We're planning lots of amazing things and sorry I've been out of cyberspace for a few days. Had lots of shizzle going on but it's all good.
There's so much to do. We've got another animated video coming next month to MySpace and then I'm soon shooting the actual music video with real live action 'me' in it for the first single 'On The Verge of Something Wonderful'.

Been setting up the plan all 'round the world for the release of the album in August
*yes.. to all who ask.. it WILL be released in the U.S.
And generally been running the label (it's lots of work!! but fun).

Want some boring domestic gossip?
Hmm.
We watched 'Extras' tonight - season 2 - on DVD.
Ricky Gervais kills me. He's so funny.
Strangely sad and quite relatable this new series.
Some of his interactions with man on the street.. well I can relate!

In other news, my dog loves me more each day.
He's so damned cute I want to clone him.

Um. That's it. I'm having tea with Anna Maria La Spina tomorrow to have a chat about her and someone else coming along on tour to sing backing vocals. As with all things not sure if it will happen, but we'd both like it to.
Lots of vocals on this record and the computer is getting tired of spitting my album ones out of its hard drive! Might be time for the humans to take control again.

In the meantime, I love your notes and messages as always.
Well most of them.
The ones that include tips and suggestions are funny but perhaps not in the way intended.
But you get my point. I love the love.
And here's some back at you.

xxD

Darren posted this blog on his myspace on Thursday, April 19, 2007
Electric!
Current mood: jubilant
So that show was electric.
Just got back from the Soho Revue Bar performance and it's probably my favourite one so far.
There was a real buzz in the air from the minute I got on stage.
I don't quite know what it was?
Perhaps it was the knowledge that I'd hidden mix cd's under some of the tables?
Or that I knew I was going to get an extended break from shows come tomorrow so I could really let my hair down on stage?
I don't know.
Most probably it was the audience who were crowded in tight and close and clapping along to the preshow music even before I took the stage.
They gave something extra to us tonight and I just played with them all evening.
We did the most blistering rendition of 'Baby I am Popular' tonight.
Complete with double time hand claps. Major kudos to the audience for keeping up.
Afterwards got to hang out with a lot of my close friends and even some MySpace peeps as well.
Twas fun and exhausting all at the same time.
I'm off to bed now to sleeeeeeep.
Thanks to you all for bringing something extra tonight.
I love that each and every show is different.
And I wouldn't change a thing.
xD

GayWired.com Article - April 18
There was a nice article posted about Darren on GayWired.com on April 18, 2007 titled "Music First: Darren Hayes". Thanks to Manu for finding it. Here is the link to where you can read it: http://www.mysocalledgaylife.com/usa/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3886&Itemid=65