Darren Jessee, born Darren Michael Jessee on April 8, 1971, in Houston, Texas,
United States, is an American drummer, singer-songwriter, and guitarist. Jessee
achieved recognition as the drummer for the alternative rock trio Ben Folds
Five, co-writing songs including “Brick” from their 1997 studio album, Whatever
and Ever Amen. In 2004, Jessee formed the indie rock band Hotel Lights,
releasing studio albums including Hotel Lights in 2006 and Firecracker People in
2008. Jessee has performed as a session and touring musician for artists
including Hiss Golden Messenger, Sharon Van E...