Danyew
| Danyew | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Phillip Bruce Danyew |
| Born |
October 31, 1986 Orange County, California |
| Origin | San Diego, California |
| Genres | Contemporary Christian music, Christian rock, electronica |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals, keyboards, guitar, drums, bass, percussion, piano |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Labels | Sparrow |
| Associated acts | Foster the People |
Phillip Bruce Danyew (born October 31, 1986), known by his stage name Danyew, is an American Christian musician. He released two extended plays in 2009, Danyew and Wake Up, with Sparrow Records. He is currently a touring member and studio musician with Foster the People.
Early life
Danyew was born as Phillip Bruce Danyew,[1] on October 31, 1986 in Orange County, California,[2] whose father, Gregory Bruce Danyew, is a painter, and whose mother, Julie I. Danyew (née, Barnes). He has a twin sister, Rachael Marie Danyew.[3][4] Danyew started his songwriting career, while he was in the seventh grade.[4] His family brought him up in the Calvary Chapel movement, where they went to establish churches in England, Hungary, and Russia.[4]
Music career
He started his music career in 2006, yet his first extended play, The EP, was not independently released until February 17, 2009.[5] His next two extended plays were released by Sparrow Records, Danyew, on April 21, 2009,[6][7][8] while, Wake Up, was released on November 17, 2009.[9][10] He ended his solo recording career, after those extended plays were released, and joined, a band, Hitpoints, in 2011.[5] He is also a touring member of the band, Foster the People.
Discography
- EPs[5]
- The EP (February 17, 2009, Independent)[5]
- Danyew (April 21, 2009, Sparrow)[5]
- Wake Up (November 17, 2009, Sparrow)[5]
References
- ↑ American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. "TURNSTILE Work ID No. 505926814 ISWC No. T9019921596". American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved June 5, 2015. Work ID No. 505926814 ISWC No. T9019921596
- ↑ California Birth Index. "Phillip Bruce Danyew, Born 10/31/1986 in California". California Birth Index. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ↑ California Birth Index. "Rachael Marie Danyew, Born 10/31/1986 in California". California Birth Index. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- 1 2 3 Cummings, Tony (September 13, 2009). "Danyew: A Californian songsmith striving to inspire creativity". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 Jesus Freak Hideout. "Danyew". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ↑ Rose, Jen (April 18, 2009). "Danyew, "Danyew EP" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ↑ Rimmer, Mike (June 16, 2009). "Review: Danyew – Danyew". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ↑ Johnson, Jared. "Danyew – Danyew". AllMusic. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ↑ Gelwicks, Roger (December 26, 2009). "Danyew, "Wake Up EP" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ↑ Winberg, Pär. "Danyew – Wake Up - EP". Melodic. Retrieved June 4, 2015.