singer and writer Darien Dean

Darien Dean is an artist with a purpose.  Hailing from Mount Vernon, New  York, this soul singer burst onto the scene with alluring vocals and a  distinctive stage presence. Fed a healthy diet of Hip Hop and Classic  Soul, this multi-talented MC, singer, and dancer, honed his abilities as  a producer, arranger and engineer to craft a more authentic approach to  contemporary songwriting. A natural born entertainer, Darien’s spirited  musical style earned him a coveted spotlight at the 2010 Soul Beach  Music Festival in Aruba, opening for Mary J. Blige.  He has captured the  interest of industry executives and enamored the Capital Jazz Festival  audience.  He was crowned victor of the Budweiser Superfest 2010 Battle  for the Crown of New York and ultimately the Grand Champion of the  competition.  His humble, yet star-studded rise to fame has placed him  amongst the honorable ranks of soul super heavyweights: Kem, Anthony  Hamilton, Raheem DeVaughn, Jazmine Sullivan and others. "If These Walls  Could Talk," Darien’s debut album (Righteous Music Records), has been  met with much critical success receiving such accolades as  Soultracks.com "New Artist of the Year", JazzandSoul.eu, "Top Track of  the Year" award as well as Singersroom.com "Artist to Watch in 2010.”  International recognition followed the release of his hit single  “Alibi”. Darien, presently a favored contender on the global airwaves,  has recorded with UK band Reel People. He is licensed under Japanese  affiliate BBQ Records, gaining him popularity that knows no cultural  divide. Recently, a stateside collaboration with fellow independent  artist, Angela Johnson spawned the song "All in Me" which led to a  Japanese Tour. Darien’s avant-garde delivery of timeless music  w/provocative social themes demands a rooted footing in Soul Music.    For more info: http://www.indiereviewcd.com https://twitter.com/IndieRevue https://www.instagram.com/indie.review