With the forthcoming debut releases "Doesn't Anybody Slow Dance" and "Spanish Dancer" audiences that have experienced Derek live, covering a diverse array of artists from Elvis to Ray Charles and songs from the decade of Disco, now have their first taste of original material from the singer/songwriter/producer. Derek describes the sound; infused with rock piano, heavy bass lines, dance beats and groove laden melodies, as a "Rock & Disco fusion". Currently based in Los Angeles, California, Derek had contrasting musical influences as a youth: "My mother listened to Rod Stewart, the Bee Gees, Donna Summer and Spanish music like Jose Feliciano, so my sound developed early on. As much as I love Rock and Dance music, there is always a Spanish influence: in backing vocals or arrangement...shakers, flamenco guitar...those World sounds". Derek's strength as a performer stems from his days as both a theatre and television actor. "I believe in being fearless on stage...no matter what's going on beforehand, the minute I hit the stage something electrifying happens...I dance and the audiences dances; I sing, and the audience sings. It's amazing," he says. OUTSTANDING ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Jan. '05: Official launch of Derek's recording studio,SUPERNOVA SOUND Mar. '04: Featured performer, EB's Bar 10th Anniversary,Farmers' Market Derek is currently in the studio creating demos for his first EP which will include the debut single "Spanish Dancer". His future plans include touring both domestically and internationally; his live show features new original material, as well as classic 50's & 70's favorites. Original material and composing are available for film & television projects and licensing.