Real name: Robert Joseph Ott

Effective period / Period of releases: 1965 - 2002

Darius was possibly based in California due to Ben Benay and Butch Parker 's involvement in his album on which he is backed by Goldenrod. The album is all originals and the music very melodic with upfront vocals and a style veering towards progressivism. Particularly stunning are "Mist-Veiled Garden" and "I Feel The Need To Carry On". Funk and blues influences are more evident on Side 2 of the album. He died August 3, 2006

Do NOT confuse with Robert J. Ott