8 Mar 1960 - 10 Nov 2025 (65 years)

Richard Simon Darbyshire was an English singer, songwriter and record producer. He was lead vocalist and guitarist for the pop band Living in a Box from 1985 to 1990. Darbyshire split with the band before their third studio album was completed.

In 1994, Darbyshire released his debut solo studio album, How Many Angels. He also wrote and produced songs for various artists including Lisa Stansfield, Mike Francis, Mónica Naranjo, Level 42, and Jennifer Rush.

Darbyshire opened several songwriting workshops in London, to give writing lessons to young artists.
He is survived by his wife, singer and vocal coach Sonia Jones.