THINGS THAT SUMMER BRINGS (2007)

Download the album, or take a listen to these selections:

Wear A Dress (Wayne)

Frankie & Johnny (lyrics by Sammy Cahn)

These Are Things That Summer Brings (Wayne)

PODCAST

Derrek releases a new song every day at derrekwayne.muxtape.com. Here are some of the best tracks so far:

Feelin' Good (Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse)

Down With My Face On The Floor (Emitt Rhodes)


Love At Last You Have Found Me (Aznavour & Worth)


I Thought I Saw Your Face Today (She & Him)

LINKS

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BIOGRAPHY

Derrek Wayne's influences include Johnny Mercer, Paul McCartney, Emmit Rhodes, Paul Simon, Harry Nilsson, Sammy Davis Jr, Brian Wilson, Billie Joel, Freddie Mercury, Vince Guaraldi, Jack White and Nellie McKay. He composes in the tradition of music which can be shared by many artists. Jazz and four part Barbershop harmony are the basis of Derrek's style and technique. His subjects are autobiographical and universal.

Derrek's first album, Things That Summer Brings, was recorded in Eugene Oregon in 2007. On the strength of that recording, Derrek was chosen to perform in the December 2007 episode of Scratch PDX, Portland Oregon's monthly performance lab. In April of 2008, Derrek returned to the Scratch PDX stage as the special musical guest. In May of 2008, Derrek opened The Independent Film Revival at the Broadway Theatre. Derrek continues work on his second album, projected for release early 2009.

In July of 2008 Derrek recorded a music video with The Penny Jam.

CONTACT

Email derrek at derrekwayne@gmail.com.