Derek James
Derek comes from a vast musical background having picked up numerous instruments and performed in a variety of bands. When it comes to the dance floor, he brings to life a steady vibe drenched in progressive, deep funk, and house music. Derek is a graduate of both the Recording Arts (AS) and Music Business (BS) degree programs at Full Sail University in Orlando, FL. Derek has been dj'ing for over a decade and has recently found his place in the production studio. His partnership with Dustin Skiles in 2008 earned him a co-residency at Orlando's roof top club Sky60. In the spring of 2008, he played bass and electric guitar for the Dustin Skiles remix of “You Don’t Need It” by Micali, Wasley, & Ajami which is out now on the legendary Caffeine Recordings label. Recently Derek has teamed up with Grammy nominated producer and owner of the dance label Sunkissed Records, Bill Hamel. With Hamel, Derek has had his hand in many different projects including a remix of U2's "Magnificent", two tracks for Konami Games' "Dance Dance Revolution", and a remix for UK producer Stuart Price (aka Thin White Duke, aka Jaques Lu Cont).In addition to his collaboration with Hamel, James has also teamed up with Progressive House veteran and Grammy nominee, Chris Domingo. The collaboration brought them to Black Hole's FRIS! imprint with the single "Call Waiting". James has since been asked to partner in production for upcoming releases.That seems to be the tip of the ice burg and we expect to continue hearing great sounds from this up and coming songwriter.