Daniel Takes a Train
Daniel Takes a Train | |
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| Genres | 80s pop |
| Years active | 1984 - |
| Members | Paul Baker, Dan Synge, James Hannington, Jez Groves, Paul Davey |
| Website | www |
Daniel Takes a Train is an '80s pop music group from London, England. Originally unsuccessful when first formed, the band reunited in 2008, going on to release several records that achieved critical and commercial success.
History
The London-based band formed in 1984, naming themselves after the Hungarian movie of the same name. They nearly achieved fame, however by the end of the decade an ability to secure a record deal led to the group splitting up. They reformed in 2008 to enter a music competition, with members Paul Baker, Dan Synge, James Hannington, Jez Groves and Paul Davey. Following a gig attended by Prince Harry, the group released it's first single in December 2008, "One Last Dream". Critically described as "an '80s sound with a modern feel", the track spent 2 weeks on the UK Official Physical Singles Chart peaking at number 43.[1][2][3][4]
German record label Firestation tracked down the bands previously released demos, and in 2018 released them as the album Style, Charm and Commotion. In 2021 Daniel Takes a Train released their first "proper" album. Produced by Pat Collier, Last Ticket To Tango has elements of ska, 80s synth pop, and soul and was generally critically well received.[5][6][7] In 2025, the band released the single "Just Like Patsy Cline", which topped the Heritage Chart.[8]
Members
- Paul Baker (vocals)
- Dan Synge (guitar)
- James Hannington (drums)
- Jez Groves (bass)
- Paul Davey (saxophone)
Discography
Singles
Albums
References
- ^ a b "DANIEL TAKES A TRAIN songs and albums". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 2 December 2025.
- ^ "Fortysomethings reform for chart bid". The Sentinel. 25 November 2008. ProQuest 426893977.
- ^ "Harry hails comeback for 80s band: The World Today". Coventry Telegraph. 18 November 2008. ProQuest 332499829.
- ^ "80s band Daniel Takes a Train pop back for shot at stardom". The Times. 4 August 2018.
- ^ Peacock, Robert (31 January 2021). "Daniel Takes A Train – Last Ticket To Tango". The Wee Review. Archived from the original on 6 June 2023. Retrieved 2 December 2025.
- ^ a b c Quinn, Kevin (18 January 2021). "Daniel Takes A Train - Last Ticket to Tango - Music News". music-news.com.
- ^ "Album Premiere: Last Ticket To Tango by Daniel Takes A Train". Big Takeover. 23 December 2020. Archived from the original on 19 June 2025. Retrieved 2 December 2025.
- ^ a b Walker, Louis (2 December 2025). "Members of guitar pop band Daniel Takes a Train delighted to reach number one of Heritage Chart – 40 years after forming". Kent Online.
External links
- Daniel Takes a Train discography at Discogs