June 14, 1966, Darren Rhodes, born Darren Harold Coleman to Harold and Jane Coleman, in Windber, Pennsylvania. Six pounds/seven ounces, with dark hair, dark eyes and lusty (ready to make some music) lungs.

Darren was surrounded with music at an early age, listening to his parent's favorite country records.
Every year, he and his sister watched his Dad and Mom singing and playing at family reunions. His Dad-played guitar and his Mom played her accordion, singing the Traditional Country songs Darren learned to love.

Darren seemed to be a natural with music. He was quick to learn lyrics to both old and new country songs. This gift would be an asset as he began to look to music as a career. His dream was to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry. This dream took hold at age seven, after seeing Marty Robbins perform.

Darren surprised his parents by playing the Wabash Cannonball on the guitar at age nine, after closely watching the way his Dad played the chords.