Darren Espanto

For his self-titled studio album, see Darren (album).
Darren Espanto

Espanto during his birthday concert at the Mall of Asia Arena on May 29, 2015.
Background information
Birth name Darren Lyndon Espanto[fn 1]
Also known as The Total Performer
Born (2001-05-24) May 24, 2001
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • dancer
  • endorser
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • piano
Years active 2012 (2012)–present
Labels Corus Entertainment (2012 (2012)–13)
Sony Music (2012 (2012)–13)
Star Magic (2014 (2014)–present)
MCA Music (2014 (2014)–present)
Associated acts Sarah Geronimo (The Voice Kids coach)
Website www.darrenespanto.net

Darren Lyndon Espanto[fn 1] (born May 24, 2001) is a Filipino-Canadian singer. Born in Calgary to Filipino parents, at ten years old, he won the Masters Finals of the Pinoy Singing Sensation competition in Edmonton.[1][2] He made his first television appearance at the age of ten when he joined YTV's reality television The Next Star in 2012, he became the youngest finalist in the history of the show to be included in the Top 6.[2][3]

Espanto rose to prominence after joining the first season of the The Voice Kids Philippines, the youngest artist who staged a major solo concert at the age of 13.[4] the youngest artist who had 5 single records at the age of 12, and the youngest artist to have an all original solo album.[5] The youngest artist in the world whose two songs placed number 1 and 2 in the iTunes Chart Single category[6] less than 10 hours after it has been uploaded. Most of Espanto's shows and concerts sold out. In August 2014, Espanto became part of ABS-CBN's Star Magic.[7]

Espanto released his first full-length self-titled studio album, Darren, in December 2014. It debuted number 1 on Philippine charts of Apple's iTunes store and Astro Chart, and is now a certified Platinum. This May 2016, he will release his sophomore album entitled Be With Me featuring the carrier single 7 Minutes.[8]

On January 18, 2015, he sang "Tell The World of His Love" (the theme for World Youth Day 1995) for Pope Francis during his visit to the Philippines before an audience during the interfaith meeting and Encounter of Youth event at the University of Santo Tomas. As Espanto sang, Pope Francis held hands with children onstage.[9]

On May 29, 2015, Darren performed at the Mall of Asia Arena for his birthday concert, making him the youngest performer to stage on the said venue.[10]

Personal life

Early life

Espanto was born on May 24, 2001 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He is the first child of Filipino nurses Marinel (née Gonzales) and Lyndon Espanto, who emigrated from Nueva Ecija, Philippines.[2][11] He also has a younger sister named Lynelle.[12] Despite living in Canada, his parents taught him Filipino language, particularly Tagalog, and he has been fluent in it his whole life, saying: "When I went home from school, when I'm still speaking English they will tell me 'you are not in the school anymore,[Note 1]

Espanto started singing at the age of two. Espanto stated that: "When I was little, I would listen to some songs and I'd try to copy the tune to it."[13] As a toddler, Espanto serenaded his parents with the tunes from The Lion King and Sleeping Beauty in their home, which led to his relatives to discover his singing potential and urged him to pursue and hone his raw talent.[14][15][16] His parents were supportive of his dreams and talents, his father taught him the basics of singing, and his mother who was a choreographer during high school days, helped him infuse dance into his singing performances.[13][16]

Education

At age 12, Darren attended Grade 6 at St. Jude Elementary in Calgary,[3] before traveling to the Philippines in 2014 for The Voice Kids. After passing the auditions, he returned to Canada to write his advanced test in St. Cyril School, before returning to the Philippines. During this time, his cousin was with him, while his parents stayed in Canada with his younger sister.[12]

He, along with the other The Voice Kids finalists received a ₱350,000 scholarship from Eton International School.[17]

Influences

Espanto cites music inspirations as varied as Bruno Mars, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson.[13] Espanto stated in an interview with push.com.ph that he is truly being inspired by a lot of Filipino singers, "I idolized Martin Nievera, Gary Valenciano, Jed Madela, Lani Misalucha, coach Sarah Geronimo.[Note 2][18]

Career

Darren Espanto performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City, October 2014

At age 10, Espanto won during the Main Edition Finals of the Pinoy Singing Sensation competition in Edmonton on August 20, 2011, singing "Alone" by Celine Dion.[1][2]

2012–2013: The Next Star

In 2012, ten-year-old Espanto auditioned for the fifth season of YTV's reality television The Next Star, singing Bruno Mars' "Grenade". One of the judges, Keshia Chanté, got emotional and told him that his voice was 'unbelievable' and 'controlled'. Judge Mark Spicoluk, on the other hand, stated that he 'lacked stage presence'. Nevertheless, after Chante asked him if he was ready, she and Tara Oram said yes, earning him the 'golden ticket'.

He continued to be selected onto its Top 6, singing pop songs such as Rihanna's "Only Girl (in the World)"[19] and Maroon 5's "Payphone"[1] among others. He also had his own single and music video entitled "Gotta Give A Little Extra",[20] as well as two other singles, "Now"[21] and "Oh Oh Santa"[22] with the other five finalists. Ultimately, he lost to 14-year-old Brooklyn Roebuck, after singing his own single during the finals. He was the youngest finalist in the history of the show to be included in the Top 6.[13][15]

In 2013, Espanto had his first series as a guest in YTV's Life with Boys.[23]

2014: The Voice Kids

During the auditions of the inaugural season of ABS-CBN's The Voice Kids that aired on June 1, 2014, Espanto performed Jessie J's "Domino", which he formerly sang during The Next Star at age 11.[11][24] Coaches Sarah Geronimo and Bamboo Mañalac both pressed their buttons for him, vocalizing that he 'can be groomed to be a recording artist, a total package'.[24][25] Although Espanto revealed that he was Mañalac's front act during one of his concerts in Canada, he still picked Geronimo stating that she could help him a lot in the music industry.[1][26]

Espanto eventually advanced to the finals after singing Whitney Houston's "One Moment in Time" during the live semi-finals held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila, Pasay.[26] He was the second one to receive the highest votes, after Lyca Gairanod.[27] Salonga, one of the coaches commented that Espanto is a phenomenal while his mentor Geronimo stated that he was 'a winner and a complete package'.[28] He also sang "Somebody To Love" by Justin Bieber with some back up dancers, and Star Magic artists.

In the finale during the first round which was a power ballad theme,[2] Espanto performed Basil Valdez's song "Ngayon" where he received a standing ovation including from the three coaches.[29] Lea Salonga left a warning to older performers, saying: "To every person Darren idolized, this is a warning to all of you: this kid will outshine you someday".[Note 3] Once again, Geronimo praised him and said that despite his talent, Espanto never showed superiority and instead listened to his coach.[29] On the final round of the competition, Espanto accompanied himself with a piano during his performance of "You Are My Song" while having a duet with the original singer Martin Nievera, where received another standing ovation.[30] At the end of the competition, he once again came in second after Lyca Gairanod.[31]

The Voice Kids Philippines season 1 performances and results
Week Theme Song Original Artist Date Result
Blind Audition N/A "Domino" Jessie J June 1, 2014 Sarah and Bamboo turned
Joined Team Sarah
Battle Rounds N/A "What Makes You Beautiful"

(vs. JM and JC Urquico vs. Sam Shoaf)

 One Direction July 12, 2014 Saved by Coach
Sing-offs N/A "Listen" Beyoncé July 13, 2014 Saved by Coach
Semi-finals N/A "One Moment in Time" Whitney Houston July 19, 2014 Saved by Public Votes (2nd Highest Votes)
Finals Round One: Power Ballad "Ngayon" Basil Valdez July 26, 2014 1st Runner-up
Round Two: Upbeat "Somebody To Love" Justin Bieber July 26, 2014
Round Three: Duet with a celebrity "You Are My Song" (with Martin Nievera) Martin Nievera July 27, 2014

2014–present: After The Voice Kids

On July 31, 2014, in an interview with ABS-CBN News' MJ Felipe, Espanto said that he will not go back to Canada, Alberta to pursue his showbiz career in the Philippines, while his parents will go back to Canada temporarily due to work.[32] In a separate interview with entertainment site Push, Espanto said he also wants to try acting and do a project with his coach and mentor, Sarah Geronimo.[32] In August, Espanto officially became a part of ABS-CBN's training and management center Star Magic.[7]

On September 11, 2014, Espanto's rendition of Whitney Houston's "One Moment in Time topped the Philippine charts of Apple's iTunes store, while his rendition of Justin Bieber's "Somebody to Love" placed second. His two covers surpassed foreign acts in the chart such as Taylor Swift, John Legend, The Script and Adam Levine.[33] In his past interviews, Espanto said it is his dream to make it big in the music industry and he is grateful that a lot of doors have opened for him after "The Voice Kids".[33]

On October 4, 2014, Espanto staged his first solo concert at the Music Museum entitled "Darren Espanto: The Total Performance Concert". In this concert he did not only show off his vocal chops but also his dancing skills. A repeat of the concert was staged on December 19, 2014.[34] And a concert tour.

On October 25, 2014, Espanto, at age 13, made his Carnegie Hall debut as the headliner at the Fourth The Outstanding Filipino Americans in New York Awards, which celebrated Filipino American History Month in New York City. During the finale, he sang Whitney Houston's "One Moment in Time" and Beyoncé Knowles' "Listen". Espanto received a rousing double standing ovation.[35]

On November 18, 2014, Espanto once again ruled the Philippine charts of Apple's iTunes Store, His rendition of "O Little Town of Bethlehem" topped the chart, while his rendition of Jessie J's Domino placed second. These were the only two local songs to be included on the top 15.

On November 29, 2014, Espanto signed a record and management deal with MCA Music Inc..[36]

On December 6, 2014, Espanto and the other three finalists of The Voice Kids (Lyca Gairanod, Juan Karlos Labajo, and Darlene Vibares) held a concert entitled The Voice Kids All-In: The Concert at the Philippine International Convention Center, Espanto released his first solo album "Darren" under MCA Music Inc..[37] Another launch was held on December 10, 2014 at the Fisher Mall in Quezon City.[38] His album has also debuted at number 1 at the Philippine charts of Apple's iTunes Store upon its release on December 8, 2014.

Darren Espanto performing "Tell The World of His Love" for Pope Francis at the University of Santo Tomas, January 2015

On January 13, 2015, it was announced that Espanto would sing Trina Belamide's "Tell The World of His Love" (the theme for World Youth Day 1995) during Pope Francis's visit to the Philippines during the Encounter with the Youth event on January 18 at the University of Santo Tomas. In the interview, he said that he is very happy to sing for the Pope as he is a symbol of kindness, spreading the message of mercy and compassion.[39] As Espanto sang, Pope Francis held hands with children onstage, spending extra time with the little ones.[40]

On November 18, 2015, Espanto and his Voice Kids co-competitor Juan Karlos Labajo, along with veteran singers Pops Fernandez, Jett Pangan, and Radha Cuadrado, performed at the Malacañang Palace during the state dinner hosted by President Benigno Aquino III for visiting Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto and his delegation, where Espanto and Labajo performed Ed Sheeran's "Thinking Out Loud".[41][42]

Filmography

Television

TELEVISION
Year Date AiredNetworkShow Notes
2012July 16 – December 18YTVThe Next StarHimself
2013July 23YTV Life with Boys[43]Himself (Cameo)
2014June 1 – July 27 ABS-CBNThe Voice KidsHimself

Discography

Studio albums

ALBUM
Year Album Title Recording Label Certification
2014 The Voice Kids The Album MCA Music Inc. Gold[44]
DarrenMCA Music Inc. Platinum[44]
2016 Be With Me MCA Music Inc. N/A

Special albums

ALBUM
Year Album Title Recording Label Certification
2015 The Next Star Chronicles: The Early Years Ivory Music N/A

Singles

SINGLES
Year Title/Track Studio/Album Details Ref.
2014 "In Love Ako Sayo" Darren
  • Debut Single
 -
2015 "Stuck"
  • 2nd single from his debut album
 -
2015 "Makin' Moves"
  • 3rd single from his debut album
 -
2016 "7 Minutes" Be With Me
  • Debut Single
 -
2016 "Starlight"
  • 2nd single from his sophomore album
 -
SINGLES AS FEATURED ARTIST
Year Title/Track Studio/Album Details Ref.
2011 "Now" YTV's The Next Star – Season 5
  • Co-singers: Brooklyn Roebuck, Ryan Hawken,
    Amer Dhaliwal, Grace Johnston, and Issy Dahl
 [45]
"Oh Oh Santa"
2014 "Thank You, Ang Babait Ninyo" ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2014
"Lord Merry Christmas" My Christmas Album All Stars

Music videos

MUSIC VIDEOS
Year Track Studio / Album Notes Ref.
2011 "Now" YTV's The Next Star – Season 5
  • Co-singers: Brooklyn Roebuck, Ryan Hawken,
    Amer Dhaliwal, Grace Johnston, and Issy Dahl
 [21]
"Oh Oh Santa" YTV's The Next Star – Season 5 / The Next Star Chronicles: The Early Years [22]
"Gotta Give A Little Extra"
"Build A Girl" Remake / The Next Star Chronicles: The Early Years Produced by: Sony Music Entertainment Canada
"Diamonds"
"Locked out of Heaven"
"Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)"
"Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'"
"Puppy Love"
2014 "Thank You, Ang Babait Ninyo" ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2014 TVK Top 4 [46]
2014 "Somebody To Love" Remake Darren Espanto's First Solo Music Video in PH after TVK [47]
2015 "In Love Ako Sa 'Yo" Original From Darren Composed by Vehnee Saturno, Darren's First Solo Original Music Video [48]
2015 "Stuck" Original From Darren Composed by Kennard Faraon, [49]
2016 "Makin Moves" Original From Darren Composed by Brad Go
SOLO CONCERTS
Year Title Details Notes Ref.

2014

 The Total Performance Concert
  • Date: October 4, Saturday
  • Venue: Music Museum, Greenhills, San Juan
  • Produced by: Aqueous Events Management
 The 1st Major Solo Concert [34]
Darren Espanto Live in Butuan
  • Date: October 19, Sunday
  • Venue: FSUU Gymasium Butuan
 The Benefit Concert [50]
The Total Performer Returns
  • Date: November 7, Friday
  • Venue: Grey Eagle Casino Event Center,
    Calgary AB Canada

The Homecoming Concert

 [51]
Thank You Canada
  • Date: November 8, Saturday
  • Venue: Mirage Banquet Hall,
    Edmonton AB Canada
 [52]
The Total Performance Concert 2
  • Date: December 19, Friday
  • Venue: Music Museum, Greenhills, San Juan
  • Produced by: Aqueous Events Management
 The Repeat Concert
Holiday Rocks feat. Darren Espanto
  • Date: December 28, Sunday
  • Venue: Redlands, California, USA
 The Benefit Concert

2015

 The Voice of Darren Espanto Live in Ottawa
  • Date: January 4
  • Venue: Bronson Centre Inc., Ottawa, Canada
 The Canada Concert Tour
The Voice of Darren Espanto Live In Toronto
  • Date: January 13
  • Venue: Toronto Pavilion, 190 Railside Road, Canada
 [53]
The Total Performance Concert 3
  • Date: January 23, Friday
  • Venue: Albay Astrodome
  • Produced by: Aqueous Events Management
 The 2nd Repeat Concert (Finale)
Darren Espanto: The Total Performer Live in Nueva Vizcaya
  • Date: April 13
  • Venue: Tonus Gymnasium, SMU, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
Darren Espanto: The Total Performer Live in Isabela
  • Date: April 18
  • Venue: New Community Center, San Mateo Isabela
Darren Espanto: D' Birthday Concert The Major Birthday Concert [54][55]
Darren Espanto: The Singing Sensation Live in Toronto
  • Date: July 13
  • Venue: Queen Elizabeth Theatre-Exhibition Place In Toronto, Ontario
  • Produced by: Black Diamond Event Management
Darren Live in Redwood City
  • Date: Sep 12
  • Venue: Fox Theatre, Redwood City (San Francisco Bay Area)
 USA Concert
Darren Live in Edmonton
  • Date: Oct 3
  • Venue: Radisson Hotel & Convention Center
 Canada Concert Tour
Darren Live in Calgary
  • Date:Oct 4
  • Venue: Jack Singer Concert Hall
 Canada Concert Tour
D' Road Tour : Darren Espanto Live in Cabanatuan
  • Date: Oct 9
  • Venue: Araullo University Gymnasium
  • Produced by: MCA Music, Inc.
 Philippine Concert Tour
D' Road Tour : Darren Espanto Live in Pampanga
  • Date: Oct 10
  • Venue: AUF Sports and Cultural Center
  • Produced by: MCA Music, Inc.
 "
D' Road Tour : Darren Espanto Live in Davao
  • Date: Oct 23
  • Venue: SMX Davao
  • Produced by: MCA Music, Inc.
 "
D' Road Tour : Darren Espanto Live in Baguio
  • Date: Oct 30
  • Venue: University of Baguio
  • Produced by: MCA Music, Inc.
 "
D' Road Tour : Darren Espanto Live in Cebu
  • Date: Nov 13
  • Venue: Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino
  • Produced by: MCA Music, Inc.
"

2016

 D' Road Tour : Darren Espanto Live in Lipa City, Batangas
  • Date: January 23, 2016
  • Venue: Lipa Youth and Cultural Center
  • Produced by: MCA Music, Inc.
 "
CONCERTS AS FEATURED ARTIST
Year Title Details Notes Ref.
2014 Boses ng Bulilit... Kami Ulit!
  • Date: July 31, Thursday
  • Venue: Resorts World Manila
  • Studio: ABS-CBN
 The Voice Kids [56]
Lani Misalucha's Concert, the Philippine Tour [56]
  • Date: August 22, Friday
  • Venue: Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino
 Guest (with Lyca Gairanod) [57][58][59]
  • Date: August 29, Friday
  • Venue: SMX Convention Center, Davao
Jed Madela All Requests 2
  • Date: September 12, Friday
  • Venue: Music Museum, Greenhills, San Juan
 Guest [60]
The Voice of Mitoy, Klarrise, Darren
  • Date: November 21,
  • Venue: Massey Theatre, Vancouver, BC, Canada
 Concert (with Mitoy Yonting
and Klarisse De Guzman)
The Voice of Mitoy, Klarrise, Darren
  • Date: November 23,
  • Venue: Century Casino, Calgary, Canada
The Voice Kids ALL IN: THE CONCERT
  • Date: December 6, Saturday
  • Venue: PICC Plenary Hall
  • Studio: MCA Music Inc.
 The Voice Kids [61]
2015 The Voice Kids All In Sinulog The Concert
  • Date: January 17, Saturday
  • Venue: Waterfront Hotel and Casino, Cebu
Bamboo World Tour
  • Date: March 15, Sunday
  • Venue: Singapore Expo Max Pavilion
Little Voices: Live In Brisbane
  • Date: March 21, Saturday
  • Venue: Diverciti Centre
 Concert (with Lyca Gairanod) [62]
Little Voices: Live In Melbourne
  • Date: March 28, Saturday
  • Venue: Millenium Reception and Function Centre
 Concert (with Lyca Gairanod) [62]

Accolades

ACCOLADES
Year Award Category Notable Work Result Ref.
2014 ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards Pop Male Cutie Himself Won [63]
Star Cinema Online Awards Newsmaker Of The Year Himself Won [64]
Star Cinema Online Awards Most Promising Child Star Himself Won
Star Cinema Online Awards Best Fandom Darrenatics Won
2015 Myx Music Award Favorite New Artist Himself Won [65]
Myx Music Award Favorite Remake Somebody to Love Nominated
46th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Promising Male Singer/ Performer Himself Won [66]
PEPster's Choice Awards Male Teen Star of the Year Himself Won [67]
28th Awit Award Best Performance by a New Male Recording Artist Himself ( for "In Love Ako Sa 'Yo" ) Won
28th Awit Award Best Christmas Recording The Voice Kids Top 4 -Thank You, Ang babait ninyo Nominated
28th Awit Award Best Christmas Recording Bassilyo with The Voice Kids Top 6 - Lord Merry Christmas Nominated
28th Awit Award Best Album Package Darren: The Album (with producers) Won
5th EdukCircle Awards Most Influential Concert Performer of The Year Himself (for "D' Birthday Concert") Won [68]
7th PMPC Star Awards for Music New Male Recording Artist of the Year Himself Nominated
7th PMPC Star Awards for Music Album of the Year Darren: The Album Nominated
7th PMPC Star Awards for Music Pop Album of the Year Darren: The Album Won
7th PMPC Star Awards for Music Album Cover and Concept of the Year Darren: The Album Won
Star Cinema Online Awards Favorite Trending Sensation Himself Won
Star Cinema Online Awards Favorite Social Media Celebrity Himself Nominated
Star Cinema Online Awards Favorite Fandom Darrenatics Nominated
Push Digital Media Awards PushLike Most Liked Newcomer Himself Won
Push Digital Media Awards PushTweet Favorite Newcomer Himself Won
Push Digital Media Awards PushGram Most Loved Newcomer Himself Won
Push Digital Media Awards PushPlay Best Group or Tandem TVK Season 1 Nominated
Push Digital Media Awards Awesome Song Cover Performance "Bang Bang" by Jessie J., Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj Won
Push Digital Media Awards Awesome OOTD King Himself Nominated
Aliw Award Best New Male Artist Himself Nominated
ASAP Pop Teen Choice Awards Pop Teen Heartthrob Himself Nominated
ASAP Pop Teen Choice Awards Pop Teen Fans Club Darrenatics Nominated
RAWR Awards Male Performer of the Year Himself Won
RAWR Awards Viral Video of the Year Cover Performance of "Chandelier" by Sia On Wish 107.5 Won
Hello Asia Au Asian Artist of Year Himself Nominated
2016 WISH 107.5 Music Awards 2016 Best Wish Cover In Love Ako Sa'Yo Won [69]
WISH 107.5 Music Awards 2016 Wishclusive Viral Video of the Year Cover Performance of "Chandelier" by Sia Won
WISH 107.5 Music Awards 2016 Best Wishclusive Performance by a Young Artist Himself ( for "Chandelier" by Sia Cover Performance ) Won
WISH 107.5 Music Awards 2016 Wish Ballad Song of the Year I Believe In Me Won
WISH 107.5 Music Awards 2016 Wish Original Song of the Year Stuck Won
WISH 107.5 Music Awards 2016 Wish Young Artist of the Year Himself Won
WISH 107.5 Music Awards 2016 Most Wishful Fandom Darrenatics Won
Myx Music Awards Favorite Music Video Makin' Moves Nominated
Myx Music Awards Favorite Song Stuck Nominated
Myx Music Awards Favorite Artist Himself Nominated
Myx Music Awards Favorite Male Artist Himself Won
Myx Music Awards Favorite Myx Celebrity VJ Himself Won
47th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Promising Male Concert Performer Himself Won

Notes

  1. 1 2 Darren Espanto was born in Canada. Thus, he does not possess his mother's maiden name which is Gonzales.
  1. ↑ Translated from the Filipino language: "Pagkarating ko po galing sa school, kung nag-e-English pa rin po ako, sasabihin ho nila na 'Uy, nasa bahay ka na, wala ka na sa school, mag-Tagalog ka naman' so parang dun po ako nasanay sa Tagalog po".
  2. ↑ Translated from the Filipino language: "Idol ko po sila Martin Nievera, Gary V., Jed Madela, Lani Misalucha, coach Sarah Geronimo.
  3. ↑ Translated from the Filipino language: "...Sa lahat ng iniidolo ngayon ni Darren, ito ay isang babala sa inyo: ilalampaso kayo ng batang ito balang araw".

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