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: Founded in 1985 by Wharton, the band gained immediate attention due to his history with Thin Lizzy.

: Their most recent studio effort, "Road To Eden" , was released on Legend Records , a label founded by Wharton himself to maintain creative control.

: Over decades, Dare transitioned from the pure melodic rock of their debut, Out of the Silence , to a softer, "Celtic Rock" aesthetic seen on later albums like Arc of the Dawn and Road To Eden . Recent Activity : dare_fire_never_fades_aor_melodic_rock

: A notable track in their catalog is their cover of Cheap Trick's "The Flame" , which Wharton reimagined with a more mellow, laid-back British rock feel.

The melodic rock band , fronted by former Thin Lizzy keyboardist Darren Wharton, is a hallmark of the AOR (Adult Oriented Rock) and melodic hard rock genres. : Founded in 1985 by Wharton, the band

: This album, which features the standout track "Wings of Fire" , represents the band's hardest rock period. Fans often consider it one of the finest records in the melodic rock/hair metal style.

Fans of the band often praise Wharton's "mellow" and "gentle" vocal delivery, which has become a signature of the group's modern AOR identity. Recent Activity : : A notable track in

: In 2025, the band celebrated 40 years with the release of "The Best of DARE" , a double CD featuring favorites from every era of their career.