Daren has extensive experience as a professional musician. He has written/recorded/performed original music & covers w/ myriad artists. A few examples include Charlie Kelley (5-time Grammy nominee), Mitch Allan (SR-71; & producer & songwriter for Daughtry, Faith Hill, Adam Lambert, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Simon Cowell, & many more), YNOT?!, Paul Lewis, Kirk McEwen Band, & Culture Shock. Daren has additionally shared the stage with the likes of Hootie & the Blowfish, 311, & Starship. The live venues in which Daren has performed range from massive concert arenas down through the size spectrum to intimate bistros. His countless professional performances have included the following states: NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, D.C., NC, SC, FL, AZ, NV, & CA.