Darrelle London
| Darrelle London | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Acton, Ontario, Canada |
| Genres | Pop, piano pop |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter |
| Instruments | Piano, vocals |
| Labels | Bandwidth, EMI |
Darrelle London is a piano pop singer-songwriter from Toronto, Canada known for her "clever quirkiness"[1] and her "witty observations of everyday situations".[2]
Biography
Darrelle London began performing in cafes as a teen in her hometown of Acton, Ontario, outside Toronto.[3] London turned down acceptance to law school in order to pursue her music career.[4]
London released the My Piano EP in 2007 before releasing her debut album Edible World Parade independently in February 2009.[5] Edible Word Parade was co-produced by Brian Allen (co-writer of Heart's "What About Love") and Marc Koecher.[6] The song "Understand" was included on Soundtrack 90210, the first soundtrack album for 90210, released in October 2009 by CBS Records.
London's music was discovered by Perez Hilton, who wrote in May 2010 "we are IN LOVE with this artist from Toronto, Darrelle London. She totally hits our sweet spot: female vocalist with a pretty voice singing pretty songs. If you like Sara Bareilles, Colbie Caillat or Ingrid Michaelson, then you will love Darrelle London’s song Understand upon first listen!"[7] London attended the 2010 MuchMusic Awards with Perez and performed at his after party.[8] London was signed to Perezcious Music, but is now supported independently by the website.[6]
In 2010, London was approached by fellow Canadian singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk and the two wrote three songs together – "Ceila", "Too Good" and "Peach" – which appeared on London's 2012 album Eat A Peach (Bandwidth/EMI).[3] Kreviazuk also produced and sang backing vocals for "Ceila".[9] The single "Fine" received national commercial airplay in Canada and peaked at Number 43 on Canada's Hot AC Mediabase chart.
London has performed at numerous festivals including Lilith Fair, North by Northeast, Canadian Music Week, and International Pop Overthrow. She has been featured on MuchMusic, ET Canada, MTVMusic.com, PerezHilton.com, CBC Music, and PBS.[10]
London has also made PSAs and played benefits for mental health organization mindyourmind.[11]
Discography
- My Piano EP (2007)
- Edible Word Parade (2009)
- Eat A Peach (2012)
- Tangerine & Blue (2015)
Awards
- London was chosen as the Toronto Lilith Talent Search Winner by a judging committee including Lilith Fair founder Sarah McLachlan and performed at the 2010 Lilith Fair in Toronto.[12]
- London was chosen as a "Needle in the Haystack" artist by OurStage.[13]
- London received a 2010 Toronto Independent Music Award for Best Pop.
- London was chosen as Bell Emerging Artist for May 2012.[14]
- London was featured in a list of Extraordinary Women in The Huffington Post.[15]
References
- ↑ Stefanakis, Marie. "Darrelle London: Eat A Peach". McGill Tribune. Retrieved 2012-10-31.
- ↑ Belle-Isle, Jordan-na. "Darrelle London". Bold Magazine. Retrieved 2012-10-31.
- 1 2 Steyeart, Martha. "Darrelle London finds fans in high places". Alumni Gazette. Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- ↑ Sciaretto, Amy. "Take Aim: Amy Sciaretto vs. Darrelle London". Artist Direct. Retrieved 2012-10-31.
- ↑ "Darrelle London". CBC Music. Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- 1 2 Krewen, Nick (23 May 2010). "Toronto's Darrelle London gets a little help from Perez Hilton". Toronto Star. Retrieved 2012-10-31.
- ↑ "Listen To This: Darrelle London is So Sweet!". PerezHilton.com. Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- ↑ "Canada Is Loving Her!". PerezHilton.com. Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- ↑ "Darrelle London's Eat A Peach". Velvet Rope Magazine. Retrieved 2012-10-31.
- ↑ "Darrelle London Biography". Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- ↑ "Work Out Fine by Darrelle London". Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- ↑ "Sarah McLachlan Makes Dreams Come True!". PerezHilton.com. Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- ↑ "Download of the Week: Darrelle London". OurStage. Retrieved 2012-10-31.
- ↑ "Darrelle London". Alumni Gazette. Retrieved 2012-10-22.
- ↑ Skinner, Shannon. "What Makes These Women So Extraordinary?". The Huffington Post. Retrieved 2012-10-31.