Darren Hayes

One half of the beloved late-1990s pop duo Savage Garden, Darren Hayes helped define an era of sweeping melodic pop before stepping out to build a compelling solo career. Savage Garden's blend of lush production and Hayes's distinctively emotive tenor made the group one of the biggest acts to emerge from that period, with hits that reached audiences across the globe.

His solo work carried that same emotional intensity while pushing into more personal and experimental territory, drawing on synth-pop influences alongside the polished songwriting that first made him famous. Hayes has been open about the personal experiences that have shaped his music, giving his catalogue a candour that resonates deeply with listeners.