Poloroid
Poloroid | |
|---|---|
| Born | Danielle "Dan" Rowe Essex, England |
| Occupation | Singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 1999–2004 |
| Known for | "So Damn Beautiful" |
Poloroid was the artistic alias of Danielle "Dan" Rowe, a singer-songwriter originating from Essex, recognized primarily for her 2003 hit single "So Damn Beautiful". Initially formed as a trio, Poloroid transitioned into Rowe's solo venture in 2001 following the passing of her bandmate John Horrocks. The track received significant attention after being featured on DJ Dave Seaman's mix compilation Global Underground 012: Buenos Aires and was included in the soundtrack of the American television series Nip/Tuck. After the dissolution of her record label, Telstar Records, in 2004, Rowe discontinued the Poloroid name and went on to establish the group No Silence.
History
Poloroid originated as a three-member ensemble comprising Danielle Rowe, Lee Milleare, and John Horrocks. After Horrocks tragically died by suicide in May 2001, Rowe carried on Poloroid as a solo project. Their collaboratively written track "So Damn Beautiful" attracted club play when British DJ Dave Seaman featured it on his Global Underground 012: Buenos Aires compilation in 1999, which subsequently led to a live performance on BBC Radio 1 from Ibiza. The song was also utilized in UK television broadcasts celebrating England's football triumphs, including victories over Germany in 2001 and Argentina in 2002.
The single was officially released by Telstar Records on 29 September 2003 and included a trance remix by Dogzilla. It was added to BBC Radio 1's C list playlist and garnered considerable radio exposure; Australian artist Holly Valance expressed admiration for it during an appearance on The Chris Moyles Show. "So Damn Beautiful" reached number 28 on the UK Singles Chart, representing Poloroid's highest chart achievement. The track was also featured on the Nip/Tuck: Original TV Soundtrack, with UK music publication musicOMH describing it as "lovely" and "a truly haunting song".
In 2004, just days prior to the scheduled release of Poloroid’s debut album, Telstar Records went bankrupt. As a result, Rowe retired the Poloroid moniker and proceeded to form a new band named No Silence to continue her musical pursuits.
Singles
| Year | Title | Chart peak positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | UK dance | ||
| 2003 | "So Damn Beautiful" | 28 | 1 |
Other appearances
The tracks listed below were officially issued outside of Poloroid’s own albums:
| Year | Song | Album | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | "Count on You" | Hed Kandi: Winter Chill 06.02 | Compilation album |
| 2004 | "Safety" | Hed Kandi: Winter Chill 06.03 | Compilation album |