ABOUT
"The Darren Hancock Band is amazing! They played all my requests and they are so talented"
VENUES
The Darren Hancock Band has performed on the following stages (plus MANY more):
The Stampede Ranch
Casino Rama-Simcoe Yard House
Big Texas Niagara
Mountain Lake Jamboree
Freshwater Summit Festival
The Galley Pump
Bucks Tavern
The Oshawa Corral
Spices On Sydenham (SOS)
Oscar's Roadhouse
Mustang's Big 'Ol Grill
Carrigan Arms
Sun Retreats Stratford
Maple Leaf Tavern
Shoeless Joe's
Nico's Sports Bar
Rockton World Fair
Boots in the Creek Music Festival
Northern Heat Rib Series
Country Roots Music Festival
Mackenzie Creek Musicfest
Match Bar @ Wasaga Beach Casino
Hops & Harvest Festival
Country Gold
Woodland Lake RV Resort
Jukasa Motor Speedway
Irish Shibeen
Come By Chance
Fortress Tavern
Grand River Hotel
National Yacht Club Toronto
Tracie's Place
MEET THE BAND
Darren Hancock
Lead Vocals, guitar
Derek Caven
Lead guitar, vocals
Annette Haas
Bass guitar, vocals
Dan Corak
Drums, vocals
From an early age, Darren Hancock knew music would be part of his life. A self-taught guitarist and vocalist, he quickly found his voice in Country music, carving a place for himself on stages across Southwestern Ontario.
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His first band made waves on the regional scene, earning two Ontario Country Music Association (OCMA) nominations for Bar Band of the Year, performing at festivals, local cable showcases, and a circuit of beloved Honky Tonks.
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Darren’s second band earned even more recognition, winning the Rising Country Superstar contest, opening for national acts like Julian Austin and Doc Walker, and eventually taking home the OCMA award for Club Artist of the Year.
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Today, The Darren Hancock Band continues that legacy—combining powerful vocals, top-tier musicianship, and an electric stage presence. They've shared the stage with Tebey, Jason McCoy, Dean Brody, Kira Isabella, Leah Daniels, and The Road Hammers, and are known for turning first-time listeners into lifelong fans.
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Catch them at a venue near you and experience the sound that’s built on tradition but made for today’s country crowd.
