Plot Twist: My Latest Excuse for Not Uploading

I've been away from YouTube for much longer than I originally planned, and here's why.

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[northamericantrains]

All of my Irish Clan, stretching back through history, are standing on the sidelines, rooting for You. Yes, You Sir. Never quit, never give up !!!

[IanWaugh]

So so so sorry to hear that. All fingers crossed 🙏🙏🙏

[PeterBatah]

Keep your head to the sky Darren. Stay strong.

[indyartmusic]

Darren, as most people would say, you have been dealt a cruel hand, but you have certainly done the 2 best things about it? And that is, first, to get your symptoms that you were /are having CHECKED!!! So that is a major plus, and second, your positive attitude. It is so easy to become very negative when anything to do with a diagnosis of this nature strikes, so your attitude you are showing is another major I can fully understand what you are going through? I am myself, a triple cancer survivor!!!! I got it first when i was only 15 years old, and then it returned twice further down the line. I can say that if it was not for the NHS, I WOULD NOT BE HERE TODAY, and i am now in my i cannot speak highly enough of the NHS, they deserve the highest praise above all You are in good hands. Finally, i would just like to wish you a full and speedy recovery Sir, and stay positive, and we all hope and pray to see you very soon with more of your videos!!!! Blessings!

[njmmusic]

All the very best Darren, your health is the most important ingredient here, thats the priority, god speed with the recovery, can't wait to have you back fully fit🙏🏻🙏🏻💪

[FrodoBaggins.]

Get well soon, Darren! You are one of the most articulate youtubers, and your content is of the highest quality (presented in an objectively and professional way).
And I am sure outside youtube you are a very amiable, respectful, and positive person, too.
You will get through this because you deserve the best and because we need you! 🙂

[StayFunKey]

Get well soon, always watch your videos. I like them very much. Take your time to get better. ❤

[mvo]

All the very best wishes to you and your family Darren. Take care and do as the medic's tell you, they usually know better.🍷

[secondslate]

You taught me Music Tech during my A Levels back in 2008-2010 and supported me greatly when I had meningitis and was out of action for while.

Wishing you all the best on the road to recovery and I've no doubt you can beat this if you could cope for 2 years with our shenanigans like shoddy Rick James covers and the sagging mic stand...

Best of luck, Darren.

Mike

[onespinable]

Love your videos. Looking forward to many more. The odds are in your favour with an early diagnosis.. Best wishes.. x

[NyoraiFidesTV]

news! Take your time and get well soon
We'll be waiting cor you for the time being

[seamusoduigneain]

Have been learning from your videos for several years now. For no frills and 100 % useful content on Cubase it's the best channel on youtube. Best of luck mate.

[TuckRob]

Sorry to hear this mate. It's good to know you're getting good care from our great NHS. Be strong, be back when you're ready. Best wishes for now.

[dalenewton]

Simple, honest videos like this are such an important reminder to get your checks. Youtube is it's own not very realistic world sometimes where one can forget stuff like this happens. For some percentage of people who live in that world all the time a video like this can be the difference in getting treatment in time.
All the best with the treatment Darren.

[vanderlaanmusic]

Keep holding onto hope. I just finished 3 months of chemotherapy. I had surgery for colon cancer in May. It’s no picnic and certainly a difficult period with chemotherapy. Now it's over, and I’m happy we live in a time where medical technology can do so much. I have always held onto hope, and I’m reaping the benefits of that. Stay strong, and hopefully, you can quickly pick up your passion again.

[CirTap]

Only found your channel recently and I learned a lot from the contents you put up.
I hope the cancer can be treated and wish you a good journey through the treatment. All the best, Darren ! ❤&🤗

[craiggoodwin]

So sorry to hear your news Darren, it is kind of you to think about your viewer community.
As others have commented, you seem to have a t-shirt for every occasion - even this!

I am sure your positive attitude and the high quality care you describe will enable you to beat this and come back strong.
Just to say that you have made a massive impact on my Cubase journey and I consider you to be one of the best content creators on any subject that I have experienced.
All the best for a complete and rapid recovery. Looking forward to future videos when you are ready!

[originunknown]

After watching your video not so long back about upgrading to Cubase 13 Pro and the ‘dongle’ issue, I upgraded literally hours ago earlier ….. and then I get this notification from YouTube from your channel! Darren, all the very best, I hope you get back to normality soon! Look forward greatly to more content from you soon! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[gregmccarty]

I've long appreciated your videos...and look forward to more.

[massimocampobello]

💚 thank you for this intimate and human sharing, which is truly rare. I wish you a full recovery