satellite shine biography
Based in the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts, Satellite Shine is an acoustic duo that re-arranges and performs classic covers that once dominated the airwaves by artists such as Van Morrison, Tom Waits, David Bowie, Queen, and James Taylor as well as popular songs of today by artists such as Jason Mraz, John Mayer, Shinedown, Brett Dennen, Kings Of Leon and more.
Satellite Shine is Darren O'Brien on Vocals and Matt Alibozek on Guitar and Backing Vocals. Darren and Matt have been playing together in bands for over 10 years and both have many years experience playing nightclubs, taverns, ski resorts, and private functions throughout the Northeast and Canada.
Darren and Matt recently recorded a 5 song demo CD for use to secure gigs. They uploaded the songs to their Myspace website and one song, a cover of Michael Jackson's Billie Jean received over 23,000 plays in just weeks. The 4 songs in total have received over 33,500 plays as of September '09.
You can find Satellite Shine performing at many Berkshire taverns including the famous Lions Den located below the Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, Bromley Ski Area, Grizzly's Tavern at the base of Stratton MT Ski Resort and many other venues and events throughout the Northeast as well.
Satellite Shine is available for tavern, ski resort, music venue, wedding services & receptions and special event bookings. Visit our booking/contact page for booking contact information.
Satellite Shine is an acoustic duo based in the Berkshire mountains of Western Massachusetts. Satellite Shine re-arranges and performs classic covers as well as popular songs of today.
Darren is proudly endorsed by Telefunken Microphones.
Matt proudly endorses Alvarez Guitars.
In the morning Satellite Shine is powered by Dottie's Coffee and in the evening, our drink of choice is Reyka Vodka!!