Earth, Wind & Fire / Tower Of Power / Babyface / Prince / Luther Vandross / James Brown / Stevie Wonder / Sonia Dada / Bob Marley / B.B. King / Stevie Ray Vaughn / Victor Wooten / Larry Graham / Stanley Clarke / Louis Johnson / Marcus Miller (To name just a few.)
James Derrickson: Vocalist, Bass, Guitar, Keyboards, Composer, Arranger, Producer. Soul, blues, jazz, gospel, country, rock, classical.
At some point within his 35 year musical career, Jim has touched on, and gained an appreciation for all of these different styles. And that tends to bring on one of his biggest compliments. Jim’s audiences always enjoy the fact that he is able to perform such a diverse song list, with an honest enjoyment for each and every song, no matter what the style. And, regardless of how many different types are played, his own added “personal touch” tends to bring a certain continuity to a song list of many different feelings.
Born in Danville, Illinois, Jim began playing music at the age of eight, playing violin in school and bass with neighborhood musician friends. After graduating high school, he would spend the next twelve years performing with numerous local cover bands, all over the central United States. But, needing to take another step forward, Jim decided to take some time off of the stage and concentrate on writing some of his own material. After moving to Salt Lake City in 1990, the urge to perform again was too strong. So he did some duo work, and joined a six piece dance band. But, not feeling totally satisfied, Jim decided solo would be the way to do all the things he wanted, musically. And with today’s technology (drum machines, sequencers, etc.) he knew that he could cover most of the missing elements of a full band. The results; a sound that is enjoyable to listen to, very danceable, and appealing to those with a wide variety of musical taste.
Jim has produced 2 original music CDs, under "The J.Derrickson Project". "Strange Mood" was released back in 2003. "Listen" was just released in April of 2007.
Hey Brother- Love you Miss you - Thanks for the awesome letter(novel(lol)) It makes me feel closer to home when I hear what's gong on. Have a great week and give CJ and NO a hug for me. XOXO
Eye'm sure U can recogniZze THa 2 of us N THa pic just B4 this msg.. Lol... Madison/Harrison St. (Alexanders Sporting Goods), & (Hyster)... Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah!
THANKS FOR HAVING ON YOUR TOP PAGE NOW THATS COOL MY FREIND JUST TO LET YOU KNOW I WAS BORN IN SALT LAKE CITY UTAH WHAT DO YOU THINK THEY WOULD LET ME PLAY OUT THERE MY COUSIN WAS DAVID MULLAGIN HE TOURED WITH KISS IN THE 80S I CANT THINK OF THE NAME OF IT WELL THANK YOU FOR HAVEING ME AS ONE OF YOUR TOP FREINDS THAT MEANS A LOT MY FREIND LOVE YOUR MUSIC JAMES TELL ALL YOUR FREINDS TO STOP IN AND LEAVE COMMENT AND I WILL DO THE SAME
PNUT...They're still talkin about the show,and someone emailed me a picture that I immediately put up on myspace as my default pic...Hope all is well with you..Marvin
Good 2 read from U bruh!. still waitin' on that phone call cauz eye don't hav ur number... "Life Iz Just A Moment" remember that? Well, basically it's alwayz good 2 go back. Matter of question did eye kno any of THa Power House memberZz?
Hey Hon~ It was so great to see you. I am glad life is treating you well. I know you will find the musicians you seek - No worries. We will see you in Dec. Hug CJ Much love, XO
Ummm... well the Angels are top dog in the race for the AL buttttt.... yeah, despite all respect and love for you, I'm looking forward to watching the Cubs lose in the NLCS to the venerable World Series Champions of the NL, The Saint Louis Cardinals *Ten, baby.*. (all rivalry aside the Cubs this year are awesome. It's just too bad you don't allow goats in Wrigley Field.)
Thanks for the answer to the Darryl/Plant argument. As I said, stupid drunken discussion but I needed to know I wasn't completely out to lunch.
One of these nights you should stop by the Highlander and show them how it's done with the Karaoke Prince. No BS, it's the best Karaoke sound system in the valley.
Oh... and I need to drop by and purchase your new CD!
BTW it's amazing that we get along as well as we do, considering I'm a St. Louis Cardinals fan and you are going out in public with a Cubs Jersey on. You're a great musician but have horrible taste in Baseball teams. ;-)
I hate to bother you with a stupid argument, but since you are one of my friends who know a B# from a Gm I had to ask. I honestly feel like I’m going insane here, because everybody around me is disagreeing with me.
Who is the more talented vocalist, Darryl Hall from Hall and Oates, or Robert Plant from Led Zeppelin?
Yes it is a stupid question… they are in totally different genres and eras, but when it comes to talent and overall range I believe Darryl Hall is clearly a better vocalist. Personally, I’m more willing to attempt a Led Zep song than a Hall & Oates song. You know I work in a Karaoke bar, so I get to try anything I want. I can nail “Houses of the Holy,” but “Kiss is on My List” is a beast.
Okay, Oates sucked. And yes Jimmy Page is one of the venerable guitar gods… but we’re talking about singing and range.
And please don’t bring up other singers, because I’d pick Peter Gabriel, Sting, Roy Orbison and Chris Isaak over both Hall and Plant.
If I’m wrong, I’m wrong. But I seriously need a trained musician's opinion on this.
You’re buddy,
Graham
P.S. It’s been too long. We need to eat drink and B.S.. I miss your ass.
