D-Zine Live Fan Chat 15th/16th November 2003

ModeratorA: Hello Darren and Welcome
ModeratorA: nice to see you!

Darren Hayes: Hey Everyone..I'm very happy to be here.

ModeratorA: darrens_gal asks "Darren, what have you been doing now that you've finished recording your album?"

Darren Hayes: Exercising like a mad man. It's killing me!
Darren Hayes: Actually there is so much work to do.. once the music is finished there is a lot of set up.. from choosing a photographer to deciding upon a video director.. then there's the planning with the record companies around the world..picking a single...deciding upon a plan

ModeratorB: bubbles asks "Hi Darren, I'm 1 year away from achieving my ambition of becoming a teacher. Do you have any further ambitions within your musical carrerr or are you where you want to be?"

Darren Hayes: I actually think I'm where I want to be with my career.. certainly from an artistic point of view this latest album is where I'd always hoped I could go..

ModeratorA: *vegemite* asks "Darren, is there going to be a theme or hidden message to this new album? Thanks! xx "

Darren Hayes: There is definitely a theme to the record. It's very clear. I don't think anything is hidden!

ModeratorB: Jennfo asks "Emotionally what album was the most difficult to do as a solo artist and are you going to tour the US"

Darren Hayes: Without a doubt Spin was both the most difficult and the easiest. There was so much pressure that when I look back now I see... at the time I was just having fun but in some ways I had my head in the sand.. this one..the latest one.. is the most emotional so in that respect it took me a long time to give myself over to the writing process and just let it flow..

ModeratorA: Bine asks "Darren, can you tell us few lines from your new lyrics that give us a taste of the main topic of the album?"

Darren Hayes: It's about the relationship between dark and light...

ModeratorA: Cathy_1 asks "My dear friend Minty just received her first royalty cheque...she wants to know if you ever had a moment with your first royalty cheque where you realised that maybe you could make a living doing what you loved...a moment of relief? Exhileration? Affirmation?..."

Darren Hayes: Cathy... the first time I got paid for making music I almost couldn't believe it. It was a bonus I hadn't expected. Silly me!

ModeratorB: Darrenoholic asks "Hi Darren! I saw your beautiful performance for Delta Goodrem and I was wondering can you describe the feelings that you had when you sang for her? Love Debby from Holland"

Darren Hayes: Singing for Delta was one of the highlights of my career so far. It was incredibly emotional. I love that girl. She inspires and reminds me of what is important in life.

ModeratorA: catriona asks "Darren... as regards the new album... Since every good experiment needs a catalyst ... was there any one defining moment where you knew beyond a doubt "This is where I have to take it... this is what I need to say?"

Darren Hayes: Catriona.. there was a moment.. I call it my zero.. when I hit rock bottom. I was on a plane trip to Dublin sitting next to Leonie and so many things were going 'wrong' in my life.. personal things no one knew about as well as career hurdles.. and I remember thinking that spiritually, physically and emotionally I had hit zero.. I wrote about it in my diary.. so a lot of the record began from that moment.. and then of course this beautiful thing happened as a contrast to all the 'death' (and I don't mean that in a literal sense) my best friend fell pregnant. So there was life and creation staring back at me amidst my sadness..

ModeratorA: mariacontesa asks "What are your happy thoughts? Like, whenever you are feeling down, what do you think of to feel happy again?"

Darren Hayes: maria.. I just went for a run to the Golden Gate Bridge and back.. it was incredible.. blue sky... air moving in and out of my lungs.. just being alive and healthy and remembering that brings me back to earth... I have to say that I know many of you will get the impression this new record is dark.. but I'm happy.. and writing this stuff was incredibly cathartic and liberating.. and there is a light at the end..

ModeratorB: fallen angel asks "Hi Darren Do you get bored on all those long flights? What do you do to keep sane for 12 hours straight when youre flying?"

Darren Hayes: Oh my Lord do I get bored. And my legs kill me ( I have circulation issues..). Lately listening to the new record has been entertaining.. all I have to say is I'm glad I don't have to fly to Australia in economy anymore or I would have quit!! At least I can sleep.. some!

ModeratorA: Ennael asks "Hi Darren, hope your doing well! I was just wondering if we are going to hear any of your instrumental talents (ie. piano or guitar playing) on your new album, something which I can't wait to hear by the way!!!!! Love Leanne xxxxx "

Darren Hayes: I am really not a performer when it comes to musical instruments. I played a lot of keyboard on the new record.. but that's easy because I can press start and have another go.. on stage? Not sure. I wrote one song on guitar and the rest keys so probably not. It's enough for me to know I can do it for songwriting purposes.. but I'm a singer first and foremost.

ModeratorB: obi1K asks "How do u perceive famous ppl now that u became one of them and is u"

Darren Hayes: Fame. Interesting topic. I'm hoping the first single will address that. If I get my way it could be a song that kind of takes the piss out of what it takes to get to the top.. Um.. I think it's a game and I've been reluctant to play it most of my career.. but.. at the same time.. it's just a job. Show..Business.. sometimes I think people take themselves too seriously..eg.. 4 bodyguards.. but at the end of the day.. it gets us all excited and into record stores at out to concerts.. so it's fun..

ModeratorA: Janet A asks "I like to play games on playstation to relax what does Darren like to do to relax?"

Darren Hayes: I'm bad at relaxing. I guess yoga is really the only thing that truly zones me out.. I mean if I'm not working I love doing simple things like going to the mall.. seeing a movie... that makes me happy and chilled..

ModeratorB: Truly Scrumptious asks "You once said that you need to deconstruct your "apple pie" image to make certain types of records. How far do you think the new album will go towards doing this?"

Darren Hayes: I think I did it. There's always lots of talk about artists revealing their true self.. and in a sense I think it's all been me.. just facets of me.. the last time round I had to strip away everything that was me to find out what was left. That went as far as growing my hair out and not coloring it dark.. but it had more of a significance on a spiritual level because I took a lot of heat for it and yet still survived. Now at least.. on this record.. I feel I have nothing to lose. You, 'they'.. them.. no one can take anything away from me in terms of my new album because there is nothing 'they' have that I want anymore.. does that make sense? It's as revealing as I can be and I've done so with pride..

ModeratorB: faith asks "Hi Darren, Are you a good cook, when you have time that is? If so what is your speciality?"

Darren Hayes: I'm such a bad cook. I can finally admit it. I'm terrible. Still I try. Salads are my thing. I just bought the George Foreman grill and that's easy. Oh and I bbq pretty good!

ModeratorA: jedibabe asks "Hi Darren, which gives you the greatest emotional release, writing a song or performing it? Thanks, love Jane"

Darren Hayes: both jedi... writing a song is like falling in love.. you don't know where it's going to take you...
Darren Hayes: performing live is the opposite.. I know exactly where i'm going to take the audience.. only they don't know... so it's equally thrilling

ModeratorA: still be free asks "what is the best thing about being darren hayes luv tracie"

Darren Hayes: the best thing about being me? Gawd. Just being loved so much by wonderful people and seeing first hand the kindness of stangers. Being able to spoil people I love.

ModeratorB: MMR asks "Hi Darren, I love your intrepretation of cover versions. Is it a conscious decision not to release these as singles, even though they maybe more commercially recognisable?"

Darren Hayes: I've always felt really strongly about not releasing covers as a general rule of thumb because I always wanted recognition as a songwriter. I love doing covers live however.. and I'm happy to have released the songs I've done in the past on charity records or bsides.. it's a way of paying tribute to all those who have gone before us..

ModeratorA: kes g asks "Were you worried about the intimacy of the To Close For Comfort gigs, after the huge SG arena tours"

Darren Hayes: Yeah I was worried I'd be crap and you'd all know it!

Darren Hayes: Just being so close to the audience is something you can't fake.. you can't hide behind a good light show or a costume or a scene cue... it's just you

ModeratorB: kimi asks "i sometimes need a good cry due to emotions in my life...i cry to ..i miss you...the most beautiful song on the world......if you had a song to cry too....what would it be...and why...xxxxx"

Darren Hayes: ”Why” by Annie Lennox

ModeratorB: Daz-2003 asks "Hey Darren! This is Linda (Daz-2003) from Canada. I was wondering how Wally is doing and if he comes into the studio with you while you practice? And are you going to take him on tour with you when you do go on tour? *hugs* we Love you! =)"

Darren Hayes: Wally is adorable... he just came back from obedience training and he's almost an english butler! He'll come with me to London next year (I'm still trying to move there for a bit) and on the road in the states if we tour...

ModeratorA: Darmandi asks "You've obviously travelled around the world, Is there anywhere that you would really love to visit that you haven't had the opportunity to yet?"

Darren Hayes: I've never been to New Orleans and would love to go. Also Positano!

ModeratorB: samantha asks "If you had to give up your singing career what would you like to work as"

Darren Hayes: I'd work at Starbucks.. I'd work for George Lucas or I'd be a writer for film.. something artistic (and yes I believe there is a lot of artistry in a good latte)
Darren Hayes: haha

ModeratorA: EllaB asks "How did you feel when you knew your new album was finished?"

Darren Hayes: Relief. Sadness. Joy. Exhaustion. Elation.

ModeratorB: Louisedarrenfan asks "Hey Darren! What has been your most emotional experience whilst performing on stage? Best of luck with your new album, missing you! Love Lou xxx"

Darren Hayes: You know..most of the times I sang affirmation on my last tour.. when I was singing those last 'oh no's'... performing at the Olympics with Daniel just being amazed at how far we had come... and recently singing for Delta

ModeratorA: Gwendoline asks "will you be making an appearance at this years Capital Christmas Live in London"

Darren Hayes: I don't know. I know there is still a lot of planning to do and this time round things are going to happen with a little more thought and less of a 'bam pow bang!' if that makes sense. We want to slowly build this one. If I am appearing anywhere of course you'll be told..

ModeratorB: Intellectual Breeze (Jen) asks "Hi Darren! Is there something in life you have really wanted to do but haven’t done it yet...if so what would that be?"

Darren Hayes: I wish I could swim laps

ModeratorA: ali asks "Will your next tour be at bigger venues or will you still keep it intimate?"

Darren Hayes: I'm sure it will start really small... in a promo sense.. maybe tiny appearances.. maybe even a support! The plan would be to have my own tour obviously at some point..

ModeratorB: *lucy* asks "Heya Darren!! Just wanted to know,how would you describe your music to someone who'd never heard it before, in 5 words??"

Darren Hayes: my new music? I've been calling it modern. I really can't describe it. I certainly don't want to define it! In the past..? Pure pop with heart and soul.

ModeratorA: darrensdelight asks "Hi Darren , my question is can you name the last three things you bought."

Darren Hayes: last three things Darren Hayes bought are a pair of headphones for my friend Robert to replace his that I stole.. Finding Nemo on DVD and a Starbucks coffee
Darren Hayes: Oh and an island

ModeratorB: button asks "Hi. I was just wondering if when you listen to a Walkman and sing along are you as out of tune as the rest of the world or are you still pitch perfect?"

Darren Hayes: I'm sure my pitch is fine.. but I'm probably as loud as the next guy

ModeratorA: OnlyLonely asks "Hi! It’s Auli from Finland asking: What sound turns you on? … inspires, that is =)…"

Darren Hayes: Great question lonely... lately I love the Goldfrapp album.. Madonnas last record.. new basement jaxx... Damien Rice.. Lots of old Depeche Mode.. Felix Da Housecat.. the band Phoenix.. Underworld's last record..

ModeratorA: Dianne Scott asks "Your music and all that goes with it has made a *wonderful* difference to mine and I know lots of other's lives..does that knowledge make u happy?..I so hope so...Thank you Darren xxx"

Darren Hayes: Hey Dianne... it's a beautiful thing when people connect with you through music.. and it's incredible when music actually inspires people to get through hard times..

ModeratorB: Tracey_Emmas Mum asks "Firstly...Emma would like to say hello and we would both like to thank you for giving us a magical moment to treasure when you chose Emma (then aged 8yrs) to be your IMY girl at Bristol in october 2002. My question........ With Christmas approaching I have fond childhood memories of snow, the sound of traditional carols in church and fairy lights twinkiling in dark evenings from windows.......... being in AUS it must be quite different....what special childhood memories of xmas do you have and what makes you nostalgic? with love from Tracey and a huge hug from Emma xx"

Darren Hayes: Memories of Christmas to me are of putting up the tree and decorating the house.. the build up and lead into Christmas was always excruciating for me as a child.. I could never sleep the night before... but in oz it's always blisteringly hot so now snow globes for me I'm afraid..
Darren Hayes: no snow globes is what I meant to type..

ModeratorA: gracie asks "Hi Darren, Gracie from Vancouver Canada. I was wondering if your taste in music that you listen to has changed in the past couple of years and if so, what type or types of music are you listening to? Thanks "

Darren Hayes: Hey Gracie.. I don't know that it has as much changed as broadened.. as I mentioned above I did start to really appreciate electro and french dance music as well as artists like Damien Rice who are just so organic.. the blend of those two elements turns me on

ModeratorB: SpinSista asks "Hi Darren! If you were to write your autobiography what would you call it and why?"

Darren Hayes: I think I've already told you. "My Hairstyles and Me. A trip down memory lane"

ModeratorA: Elle-D asks "Hi Darren!..on a light note,( nothing pervy you understand!) what are you wearing right now and where are you?! Lou x u?"

Darren Hayes: I'm wearing Calvin Klein long pj's and I'm in my office

ModeratorB: RubyD asks "Hi Darren! What was the best thing happened to you in this year (except your brand new album)? With love from Tokyo. R"

Darren Hayes: best thing that happened to me? Hmm... it really would have to be making this album and becoming a god father (not the marlon brando type the other one)

ModeratorA: twid asks "As your music is very personal too you, how would you feel if you wrote a song and someone else sang it, do you think it loses something of the meaning when another person is involved"

Darren Hayes: I just heard Clay's version of when you say you love me and I smiled... chances are if I give it up it's not that personal to me... so it's wonderful to hear someone else do a song justice (which I actually think he did)

ModeratorB: Darrensbigtoe asks "Hiya Darren from me......asking this question on behalf of Sue J coz she's at work and missing the chat again... Hi Darren, I love the name of your home recording studio 'Smuglab' Did the name come from the fact that you are very pleased and self -satisfied with the results of what you have achieved there? cos if so I think that's great!"

Darren Hayes: One of my producers and I were thinking of putting out an album under a similar name so that's where the name came from.. and it's symbolic because the music we were working on was intended to be very free flowing and 'not' me.. and in the end.. some of those tracks became the new album.. and the beginning of a new sound

ModeratorA: santa monica asks "Hi Darren....what's your favourite arcade game from the 80's?"

Darren Hayes: pacman

ModeratorA: Nutsy asks "Hi Darren, I have a dog same breed and about the same age as Wally, he's a total lunatic and I was wondering what you find is the most endearing quality about the breed. Also I'd like to wish you every sucsess with the new album. Take care of yourself "

Darren Hayes: Hey Nutsy.. what I love about English Cocker Spaniels is that they literally can't survive without human love and interaction. They think they're human and they're soooo emotional... if I've left wally alone for a few hours when I come back there is not just a happy gretting but moans and cries that would only be appropriate if he'd been tortured to near death..

ModeratorB: Insatiablestell asks "Hi Darren! What I want to know is what's the most wicked thing you've ever done and got away with until now...'fess up!?! - Hugs Stella xxx"

Darren Hayes: I can't tell you or they'll arrest me
Darren Hayes: do you think they're reading this?

ModeratorA: Darren's doris asks "Hiya Darren! We all know you've done duets with your backing singers as b-sides, but do you think you'd ever duet with another artist (say... like... Dido? ) and release it as a single? Love you and miss you LOADS! Sally XX"

Darren Hayes: I'd sing a duet if the right person asked me to.. Dido would make a lot of sense wouldn't she?

ModeratorB: SandyC asks "Hey Darren Thanx for last year it was a blast!!! I love talking into the small hours about 'life' whats your fave subject to get into ??"

Darren Hayes: Well I talk a lot about purpose, intention and destiny.. karma.. those topics can get me hooked

ModeratorA: DazIWY asks "Hi Darren! Which was the most interesting city you have visited? From Sijia Indiana"

Darren Hayes: I'd have to say Paris

ModeratorC: ~Terri~ asks "hi Darren .. can't wait till the new album.. my question.. are you happy?"

Darren Hayes: I'm very happy at the moment. But not happy in a naive, blissful or greedy way. I'm realistic and grateful for this point in my life. I think the last few years had been a strugge for me personaly.. but writing this record has brought me closer to forgiveness and acceptance and also a sense of ownership over our own joy and misery... It is no accident the things that happen to us and I am content in that

ModeratorB: Andrea aka Crazy 4 Darren asks "Hi Darren how are you? I have a passion for mythical creatures, especially Unicorns, they fascinate me. What or who fascinates you and why? xxx"

Darren Hayes: I am fascinated by how women can put makeup on especially eyeliner in the back seat of a moving taxi
Darren Hayes: great white sharks scare the crap out of and therefore fascinate me also
Darren Hayes: I guess ancient egypt does as well

ModeratorC: dazzyshark asks "OK Mr Hayes. Fast forward five years: Are you singing with Angels , dancing with the Devil or retired to a monastery somewhere? Tell me where you see Darren Hayes in 2008?! Lotsa Luv & Thx, xx Lia "

Darren Hayes: Gawd.. I have no idea.. hopefully just healthy and happy and making records

Darren Hayes: Cancing with the devil!
Darren Hayes: Dancing....errr.. rather

ModeratorB: Misty Hayes asks "Hi Darren^_^ So what have you been upto in the past few weeks since the ARIAs? Did you go see Obi while you were in Aus? He He He thanks^_^ "

Darren Hayes: I always see Obi when I'm in oz. I am... HIS FATHER!

ModeratorC: Spinner asks "Hey there, what would you like for Xmas...I'm not buying...just curious :D"

Darren Hayes: Um I want .... really there isn't a gift I want.. I 'd like to just be with my family and I will be so I guess I got my xmas wish
Darren Hayes: I'm very hard to buy for.. I have very specific taste and usually I go out and get the weird, rare or interesting things you might thing to get me... so most people have a hard time at birthday's or xmas for me
Darren Hayes: I'd like to be a better typist

ModeratorC: Savage Suzz asks "Hi Darren! I've read that you watch a lot of movies, and considered acting at one point. Is there any character in any film or play that you think would have been particularly interesting and challenging to have played? Thanks for doing this by the way - Sue"

Darren Hayes: I would love to have been in Moulin Rouge.. or anything by Richard Curtis (four weddings..love actually)

ModeratorB: Claire_UK asks "Do you think it is possible for an artist to produce an album with a flavour of different genres of music e.g. rock, pop or is there always a need to classify and if so does this come from the public, the media or the artists themselves?"

Darren Hayes: I think it comes from radio.. this expectation that you have to be one thing.. and then to a certain extent the record company who need to get a handle on exactly what they are selling.. that's why artists like Prince have always struggled to be understood when they experiment...

ModeratorC: Bimo asks "Hi Darren, I have recently been offered a place at Brighton Institute of Modern Music to train as a professional vocalist.Can you give me any tips for improving and preserving my voice? Good luck with the new album, can't wait to hear it and hopefully will see you on tour sometime soon! Tim Byron UK"

Darren Hayes: The voice .. hmmm... don't drink alcohol... drink lots of water.. obviously don't yell or talk loud ever... don't talk on planes or in clubs where you have to yell to be heard.. obviously don't smoke or be around it.. and just good placement not just when you're singing but when you speak... most vocal damage happens with the speaking voice not the singing one..

ModeratorB: ClaireL asks "Thank you Darren for being the unique individual you are....We as fans have many expectations of you (and especially the new album!!), what do you expect of us, your fans??"

Darren Hayes: I don't expect anything from you.

ModeratorC: Aideen asks "hi! I was wondering what do you think of the music scene at the moment? thank you"

Darren Hayes: Music at the moment is really exciting. I think radio in the u.s is a little boring in terms of how strict playlists have become.. but in general I think music is still revolutionary and ass kicking

ModeratorB: savage_melancholy asks "Hi Darren..simply love you're music .What is it that you're now looking forward to in the future apart from creating more music? "

Darren Hayes: Most of my life right now is focused on my career... in terms of seeing this album I love so much get the best possible chance of finding an audience. It's going to be a lot of work.. but I'm so proud of it.. I am looking forward to making an amazing video.. having fun with my image and the presentation... so that's what I look forward to

ModeratorC: Darren's Skater asks "Hi Darren. I hope you are well. I took 3 skating tests this week and passed them all despite being extremely nervous. So I want to ask you, do you ever get really nervous before a big event? Love Nicki"

Darren Hayes: Did I almost throw up with nerves before the ARIAS? Um..hell yeah.
Darren Hayes: I just wanted to say something.. I really do love you guys so much and am very grateful for your love, support and interest in my career. At the moment the Sony site is really on a bit of a break until my new album comes out.. so when Sony are updating and contributing to my site over there we'll try to do a chat or something so that all my fans can be involved in something as cool as this..
Darren Hayes: It means a lot to me that so many of you waited up so long and took time out to be here today and I thank you so much!!

ModeratorC: I_WISH_U_HEAVEN asks "hey thanks for chatting with us. In Santa Monica what does the woman on the phone line say? its been bugging me for ages"

Darren Hayes: thankyou for calling Disneyland

Darren Hayes: We rang Disneyland and recorded her voice

ModeratorB: Ginger asks "Hi Darren, what is the significance of the purpley colours (Violet, Magenta Feelings, Aubergine Girl) in your early songs? Love, Ginge"

Darren Hayes: purple is a mystical color to me.. and also the color of SEXUAL FRUSTRATION
Darren Hayes: ahhh

ModeratorC: peggysue asks "Hi, Darren - My name's Jo. Can't wait to hear the new album! I love all your music, including the B-Sides and other extra tracks you have given us. I was wondering if we'll get chance to hear some of these songs live. "Ride", for instance, would make a great opener for a gig!! "

Darren Hayes: I can't imagine ever doing Ride live. I liked the energy of that song but to me it sounds like I'm trying to be in nysnc! I was really just finding my feet writing wise when I recorded a lot of those early bsies.. and I love them but I don't think they represent at all where I went or am going..

ModeratorC: Icklejess asks "Hi Darren. You and your music inspire alot of your fans to believe in themselves and make the most of themselves, so i just wondered who or what inspires you? Looking forward to the new album, it's gonna be awesome! Luv Icklejess"

Darren Hayes: you guys inspire me with your love.. My Sister.. My Best Friend who just had a baby.. seeing that kind of unconditional love and how much she gets up in the middle of the night!! Surviors inspire me....

ModeratorB: Gilly asks "Hiya Darren - thanks for doing this. If you had to 'save up' for something, what would it be?? Happy Christmas to you and yours"

Darren Hayes: Hmmm... I'd save up calories and go on an eating binge at the movies with m&m's in my popcorn

ModeratorC: Tina asks "I really admire how wide your vocal range is and my hope is that you'll be taking us through many highs and lows -- both vocally and emotionally. The richness in the lower register of your voice is seldom heard and I was wondering if you are using it much on the new album? Love ya heaps, Tina xxx"

Darren Hayes: Actually my voice is a lot lower on the new album...

ModeratorB: Dense asks "What does Darren have on his keyring besides his keys and why?"

Darren Hayes: I just have keys. I used to have a star wars lego man but wally ate him

ModeratorC: Darrens Irish Darling asks "Hi Darren , in the 5th issue od dzine it mentioned your mothers family are from Limerick , & I was wondering where the Hayes part of your family come from ? thanx love Siobhan xx "

Darren Hayes: Also from Ireland but I'm not exactly sure where. We were obviously criminals sent to Australia for punishment so the details have been a closely guarded secret.

ModeratorB: Ms.Starbuckz asks "Hey D, while in London have you been to any of the celeb hangouts? If so, what are your thoughts on them?! thanks Love Laura xox"

Darren Hayes: Well I couldn't name one celeb hangout so if I've bee there it's by accident. some of the hotels I stay at have that reputation and I did do a lot of publicity events last time I was there but in general it hasn't been my scene so to speak...

ModeratorC: darrensbeanie asks "Hi Darren - What's the best state of mind/place you like to be in when you are writing songs? love Chris xx"

Darren Hayes: I am very dedicated when writing songs actually... almost military like... when it comes to the track and music.. but when it's time for lyrics I have to be alone and in a very focused state of mind... late night helps..

ModeratorB: darlena asks "Hi Darren, thank you for chatting with us today. I wonder how you find new band members to replace them who leave you mid touring or in the middle of promo?"

Darren Hayes: It's not usually a drama... a lot of the time you have alot of notice if someone is going to leave or if you want someone to leave! There are not many jobs out there on the scale of what we do so often it's a process of saying no to a lot of people rather than begging!! I'm very lucky to have worked with some incredible musicians and human beings so I'm very blessed in that regard

ModeratorA: Ok we have come to the end of a fantastic chat..thank you so much for joining us Darren! We really appreciate it!

Darren Hayes: It's been my pleasure. Thanks again to everyone for waiting up and hanging around. I love you for it and I can't wait to see you all soon..xxxxDarren