Darren Middleton

Australian musician

Darren Middleton (born 4 October 1971 in Sydney, Australia) is the guitarist in the band "Powderfinger". He is also the lead singer for "Drag".

Darren Middleton
Playing with Powderfinger in 2007
Playing with Powderfinger in 2007
Background information
Born (1971-10-04) 4 October 1971 (age 53)
OriginBrisbane, Australia
GenresAlternative rock
Indie rock
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar
Years active1989 – Present
LabelsPolydor, Universal

Middleton began playing guitar in high school where he enjoyed music by bands like Twisted Sister and AC/DC. He began playing in clubs around his hometown of Brisbane with his first band, "Sonic Tapestry". He formed his second band, "Pirate", with friends from high school. He met "Powderfinger" at a "Pirate" show and they asked him to play with them. Middleton played on all of "Powderfinger's" recordings. While playing and recording with them, he was also writing and recording with "Drag". They have released an EP and studio album.