Congratulations arei n order for singer Darren Hayes. The former Savage Garden front man recently announced that he has signed to Mercury Records in Australia.
Here's what the openly gay singer, who released his last few solo albums independently had to say about his new home with Mercury Australia:
“I feel incredibly excited to be launching a new era of my career with the biggest record company in the world,” Hayes said in a statement. “In the past having my own independent label was a personal milestone. The decision to join forces with Universal today has allowed me to maintain all of the creative freedom I have enjoyed but now with the support and enthusiasm of a major label who want my new album to reach the widest possible audience. As an artist, this is a dream scenario. Universal respect my past but believe strongly in my future. Their enthusiasm for my vision coupled with their reputation as market leaders makes me proud to call Universal my new home.”
George Ash, Universal Music – President, Australasia adds, “It is an honour for us to be able to work with Darren Hayes. There are few artists that have had the creative and commercial success that Darren has enjoyed throughout his career; his partnership with Mercury Records will bring a new chapter to his music. Darren is one of the world’s greatest songwriters, whose beautiful voice has touched us all, we couldn’t be more excited to bring Darren’s new music to the world.”
I'm excited about this because as a fan of Darren's it was difficult getting my hands on his new music. Also there's so many talented independent artists out there who don't get the big push like less talented mainstreamers, so this is big news. As for his new album, he's collaborated with a few writers and producers, including Steve Robson (Taylor Swift/Leona Lewis), Swedish producer Carl Falk (Nicole Scherzinger ‘Don’t Hold Your Breath’), Walter Afanasieff (Darren Hayes/Mariah Carey), Brian West (Nelly Furtado) and Phil Thornally (Pixie Lott) but nothing's been set in stone as to who made the final cut. Either way I can't wait for the new album and what Darren plans to bring next..
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