Darren Wharton

Darren Wharton
Wharton in 2020
Background information
Birth nameDarren Leigh Wharton
Born (1961-12-25) 25 December 1961
Failsworth, Lancashire, England, UK
GenresRock, hard rock, heavy metal
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, keyboards
Years active1979–present
LabelsLegend Records (current)
Websitedarebandofficial.com

Darren Leigh Wharton (born 25 December 1961) is a British keyboardist, singer and songwriter. He has fronted his own band, Dare, since 1985, but first came to attention as a member of Thin Lizzy. In 2023, Wharton launched a second band alongside Dare, Darren Wharton's Renegade. His son, Paris, is also a musician.