Darren King | |
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King performing in Portland, Oregon in 2009. |
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Background information | |
Born | June 1982 |
Origin | Marshfield, Missouri |
Genres | Electronica, Alternative, Indie, Pop, Rock, Ambient |
Instruments | Drums, Guitar, Keyboards, Backing Vocals |
Years active | 2002 - Present |
Labels | Teleprompt Warner Bros. |
Associated acts | Mutemath Macrosick Earthsuit |
Website | mutemath.com |
Darren Charles King[1] (born June 25, 1982) is the drummer for the band Mutemath.[2] He also played drums for the band Earthsuit for a short time. King is well known for intense drum beats that showcase a vast amount of energy. In concert he is often seen with his trademark headgear: a pair of headphones gaffer-taped to his head for foldback, as in the image to the right.[3]
Mutemath's second album Armistice was released August 18, 2009 and ranked #2 on iTunes.
Darren grew up in the small town of Marshfield, Missouri (population 6,000). He graduated from high school in the year 2000.
On the July 24, 2010, King married Stacy DuPree, vocalist and keyboardist of Eisley.
On the 27th of October 2010 Switchfoot's Song "Yet" was released for free download as a remix by Darren King.
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