Asian-American artist Darro comes from Brooklyn, New York and offers his own brand of super catchy pop punk music. While today his sound is characterised by smooth and memorable vocal leads, intricate guitar work and an infectiously uplifting pop rock sound, his journey in music and in life has been arduous to say the least.
Following the release of his debut EP Nostalgia in 2017, at just 24 years old Darro was diagnosed with a brain tumour which led to him needing surgery and a rehabilitation period of recovery that resulted in the artist having to re-learn how to speak, let alone sing. His music career is testament to his hard work, determination and sheer grit that’s driven him to keep going against all odds, making the music he creates infinitely more meaningful.
In 2020 he made a return with his debut full-length release, the album appropriately titled Song Of Recovery, gaining critical acclaim and securing positions on various charts including the #11 spot on the coveted iTunes Rock Albums chart. Not only offering a touching context in which his music and recovery have been framed, as an artist he’s received the recognition deserving of his obvious talent, being praised by the likes of Billboard, Rolling Stone India, Medium and Alternative Press along the way.
Now, as he gears up to drop his sophomore album Accidents, he’s recently released another single lifted from the upcoming record with the track “Something I’m Not Used To”. Linking with artist and friend Nate Flud to provide vocals, Darro lays down his trademark blend of emo and pop punk sound, with his new single offering instant energy and writing so catchy it will stick with you for days after hearing it.
Commenting on the single, he shares, “To me,​ this song is the sonification of what it’s like to fall in love for the first time. You get butterflies in your stomach, the sun is out every day and everything is fresh and exciting. I asked my buddy Nate Flud to sing on this song and he absolutely killed it. I can’t wait for you to hear this track.”
Paired with the single is the brand new music video that offers colourful scenes and video game style cuts to perfectly reflect the nature of the song.
Watch the video for Something I’m Not Used To below
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