Dale Effren

Dale Effren is a songwriter whose dream of one day becoming a hit maker looks like it might be right around the corner. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Dale developed an interest in music at the early age of 10. He started by learning to play the piano and guitar and composed his first song at age 11. Buoyed by the unending support and encouragement from his parents, Dale took on classical guitar lessons and extensive voice training to prepare him to breakaway from the crowded field of songwriters eagerly trying to distinguish themselves. After receiving a diploma in contemporary music with a concentration on guitar, Dale decided his music would focus on love songs, ballads and soft rock for an ever-increasing adult contemporary music market. In 2001, Dale settled in Los Angeles where he has continued to perform around town as a sideman for various local bands in some of L.A.’s premier clubs like the Rainbow Room and the Martini Lounge. This local experience helped him to refine his writing skills while still keeping an ear on many of his early and current musical influences—Def Leppard, Bon Jovi, Alice Cooper and Poison to name a few. With his appreciation for “80’s Glam Rock” and the need to write music with broad-based appeal, he has created a distinct style by combining retro feelings with power ballad force that makes his music stand apart from much of the “same old thing”. When you throw in a little bit of country (Faith Hill, LeAnn Rimes and Lonestar) you’ve got the essence of what is Dale Effren—songwriter on a mission. One of Dale’s earliest influences was Mutt Lange, a prominent international music producer (Shania Twain’s husband) from South Africa. He counts Diane Warren as one of his favorite songwriters. His new association with songwriter Michael Silversher (“Gummi Bears Theme Song” and “Talespin Theme Song”) and more recently with singer/songwriter/producer Art Reynolds (“Jesus Is Just Alright” and “Ready For A Miracle” featured in the Universal Film “Evan Almighty” producing a new recording by LeAnn Rimes), have allowed Dale and Art to finished two power ballads entitled, “All The Credit Goes to You” and “Time for You and Me”. Perhaps it’s time to feel and listen to the music of Dale Effren featured on myspace.com/daleeffren for licensing considerations. Go take a listen and feel good!African Soccer Theme composed by Nikos Sakellarides & Dale Effren