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Derek James
Rock / Rockabilly / Swing

cheers big ears



BROOKLYN, NEW YORK
United States

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Last Login:  7/5/2009
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Member Since2/11/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.derekjamesmusic.com
Band MembersManagement:
Fara D'Aguiar - fara@derekjamesmusic.com
InfluencesMy favorite driving song: "Don't stop me now" by Queen.
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jun 28 2009 10:00P
LeStat’s Coffee House San Diego, California
Jul 9 2009 7:00P
Rocks Off Boat Tour w/ Ian Axel and The Click Five New York, New York
Aug 31 2009 12:00P
Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Sep 1 2009 8:00P
Easter Kentucky University Richmond, Kentucky
Sep 2 2009 9:00P
The Kletz, DeWitt Student Center - Hope College Holland, Michigan
Sep 9 2009 8:00P
Maucker Union, University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, Iowa
Sep 13 2009 12:00P
Lawrence University Appleton, Wisconsin
Sep 14 2009 8:00P
Western Technical College La Crosse, Wisconsin
Sep 28 2009 12:00P
Texas Tech University Lubbock, Texas
Oct 20 2009 6:00P
JW’s Grill - Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, Missouri
Nov 17 2009 11:00A
Lower Union, Bemidji State University Bemidji, Minnesota
Nov 20 2009 9:00P
Club de’ Ville, Student Memorial Center Millersville, Pennsylvania
Dec 4 2009 9:00P
The Shoebox - Hanover College Hanover, Indiana
Jan 22 2010 6:30P
The Ratt Coffeehouse, Cornell College Mount Vernon, Iowa
Jan 25 2010 8:00P
The College of Scholastica Duluth, Minnesota
Jan 27 2010 11:30A
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Green Bay, Wisconsin
Jan 27 2010 8:00P
Marian University Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin
Jan 28 2010 8:00P
Fox Valley Technical College (Oshkosh) Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Feb 3 2010 11:30A
Fox Valley Technical College (Appleton) Appleton, Wisconsin
Feb 4 2010 9:00P
The Underground, University of Wisconsin, Stout Menomonie, Wisconsin
Feb 5 2010 9:00P
Common Grounds Coffeehouse - University of Wisconsin, Green Bay Green Bay, Wisconsin
Feb 7 2010 3:30P
The Campus Center - St. Norbert College De Pere, Iowa
Apr 21 2010 7:00P
University of Dubuque Dubuque, Iowa
Apr 22 2010 8:00P
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, Nebraska
Apr 23 2010 8:00P
Augustana College Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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   About Derek James
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"Mama blushin' old-school bubble-gum rock."

New York City songwriter Derek James is described as, "bluesy, ballsy Buddy Holly for the iPod generation" who's "sultry voice is enough to make anyone's mama blush." Since his first performance in 2003 at an open-mic in Australia, James has hopped continents with his music, playing with a self-assembled French jug band through the streets and clubs of Europe, and finally back home to New York to traverse his native States. Ragtime piano, upright bass, vintage electric guitar, ukulele, banjo, accordion and Ringo-esque drums can often be heard accompanying him at the Bowery Ballroom in New York, the House of Blues in New Orleans, opening for OK Go at George Washington University in DC, or any other of his many gigs across the country. Touring both as a solo troubadour with his guitar, kazoo and ukulele in tow, as well as with his band, the Lovely Fools, Derek James spends a good portion of his life rolling over gravel.



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"...there we were at the Knitting Factory, watching this quite enigmatic performer on stage. His songs side with more rock tendencies than pop, but with extremely catchy hooks that had the crowd dancing through the entire set..."
-- Underrated Magazine


"And me, being a bit older than the audience, and a bit more jaded-- and having already played years of music, dealt with thousands of bands, booked a million forgettable shows-- I have to say that Derek still made a heck of an impression on me. He seems to be one of those rare talents who intuitively understands the need for simple chord loops and old-time, foot-stomping rhythms. Those are the songs that readily connect with people, and that leave a lasting impression."
-- Steven Capozzola, Revolution Records

"Move over, Mraz. Take a seat, Mr. Mayer. There's a new kid in town and he's poised to take over the pop-rock, singer-songwriter throne. And he's no Jason or John or even Dave. Derek James is his name, and his debut disc, Stray, is full of eleven perfectly poppy songs that are succinct, snappy, and damn sexy."
-- FeelingAnxious.com


"Derek's musical canvas is at once a streak of vintage icons, at other times shades of contemporary flavor, but primarily, a whole lotta fresh charisma."
-- Relevant Magazine


"The eclectic, roots-rock-flavored music of Derek James takes style notes from singer/songwriters like Jack Johnson and John Mayer, and rings of rock 'n' roll bands like Coldplay."
-- OKGScene.com


"But just when you think you've easily got him pegged as a one trick act, he goes and does a complete musical 180. I'm really impressed with the versatility shown on this album, and it's making me wonder where he'll go from here."
-- YouAintNoPicasso.com



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Jun 29 2009 8:24 AM

Hello Derek!
It was absolutely wonderful playing with you last night(ish-- it's only 1:23am...) You're set was wonderful and I am uploading your CD to my iTunes now! :) (Thank you again for giving me one! :)
I'll be sticking your sticker on my guitar case soon, and I'll be sure to check in with you when I come out to NY!

Thank you!
-J. Reimer
Buffy





Jun 21 2009 1:32 PM

Wished i could've seen you at the Herdon Festival...heard it was cool (ish) this year.
L.J.





Jun 18 2009 10:26 PM

Where does Seattle fit in the mix?

I believe someone owes me Flapjacks. :)
Jakeasaurus





Jun 19 2009 6:09 PM

I'm not asking you to come specifically to Baton Rouge, but at least closer than 12.5 hours away (Lubbock)! Work with me here!
Derrick Clarke





Jun 18 2009 10:36 PM

Happy Birthday DJ
Restless Ness





Jun 18 2009 12:51 AM

Thanks for the add! You're my latest musical discovery =)
OOh Weird!





Jun 5 2009 8:18 PM

Did you really just play at Mount Hood in Gresham, and I missed you? What a shame! That just means you have you come back really soon. :)
Karpe.Diem [[♥]]





Jun 10 2009 3:12 AM

Your music always makes my day <33

♥ Kar
Daria Musk





Jun 1 2009 5:52 PM

Really looking forward to playing with you on Friday! XO,
Daria
Anita





May 24 2009 7:44 AM

still sounding great!!!!! Best wishes, Anita
Misty





May 28 2009 6:19 PM

hey, hows everything going?? Looks like you have a full schedule!! Thats pretty awesome and exciting for you I bet :) Just thought I'd stop by to say Hey :) Have a great week!
Rogena





Jun 1 2009 2:04 AM

Derek, thank you for doing the Herndon Festival today. Loved seeing you there.
Derek Jordan





May 3 2009 9:39 AM

Sup man! I just lowered my album to $3.99 on my website for a limited time. Only my myspace friends know about it. It is on my front page www.derekjordanmusic.com. Grab it while its HOT!
Florentia





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May 2 2009 3:58 PM

Hows it going ? <3
Lucky*





May 1 2009 4:30 AM

haha, yeah i ride horses!!!...ill post some pics after this weekend, my roomie and i are going horseback riding all weekend and camping of course, so it should be a great time!
Oscar Bautista





Apr 27 2009 1:43 PM

Love that "Joga" :) "Progrum"
Valerie





Apr 20 2009 4:52 AM

i found your music on pandora!
can't find your album anywhere but itunes though.
obviously, the music stores around houston just don't know what good music is! ;)
Riku Niemi Orchestra





Apr 14 2009 7:05 AM

THANKS FOR THE ADD!
RIKU NIEMI ORCHESTRA---SWINGS & HITS!
Ashley Dawn :)





Apr 10 2009 9:04 PM

Cant wait for you to come to UIndy, i heard about you coming so i looked you up on here and i love your music :) :) Awesome :)
Sandy Zacky





Apr 9 2009 1:15 PM

Derek -

Have a jazzy weekend : )

Best Wishes,
Sandy
casey leigh.





Apr 9 2009 3:07 PM

i miss you derek. come back to buffalo.
Misty





Apr 4 2009 2:25 AM

Hey .. how's it going? I was just wondering where exactly at in the University of Indy you'll be at? I've never been there! lol
Pajama Queen





Apr 8 2009 4:36 PM

Thanks for the update Derek and have a rockin weekend in DC and Baltimore! Wish I could be there.
Jormery[Of Broken]





Apr 8 2009 7:01 PM

I will see you soon! pretty ecstatic i'm not gonna lie :)!!!!!!!!
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