Oh Darling – Biography
is the true story of best friends playing music together who formed out of spontaneity and chance. Combined with the creative environment they were surrounded by and their vibrant neighborhood filled with eclectic musicians, it was not only conducive for but also created a natural transition to play music together and form a band. The Oh Darling kids make music together simply because it is the natural thing for them to do.
All from the thriving music city of Portland, Oregon, Oh Darling are Jasmine Ash on vocals and keyboards, J.Marie Hall on bass, Daven Hall on guitar, and Jake Endicott on Drums. Jasmine had been singing and playing keyboards/guitar as a solo artist for six years prior, while the Halls were both bass players for a significant amount of time. Jake had developed himself as a drummer for over ten years, playing in another band called Jonah, prior to joining Oh Darling in early 2008.
Playing music for years and their immediate chemistry allowed Oh Darling to come to fruition. It began with a conversation of the idea to write and play music together between Jasmine and J.Marie at a wedding. A few days and a few glasses of wine later, they had written four songs. “ The good ones, at that!” JMarie proclaims. Jasmine moved in with JMarie and Daven soon after, thus convincing Daven to switch to guitar, which led them to play together for the first time in late 2006. It only took one practice to unanimously agree they worked very cohesively, “… it just felt right,” Jasmine says, “We knew we had made the right combination.”
Influenced by bands such as The Pixies, Blondie, and Built to Spill, Oh Darling really is a darling band with a diverse background. By not following a formula, they write sweet, simple, unforgettable and straightforward pop songs with endearing melodies. It is also in their favor that they perform with matching outfits, possess adorable good looks and quirky personalities, while delivering an irresistible, memorable sound.