Born in a musical household, son of the legendary guitarist Derek Simmons Sr., Derek G. is no stranger to the stage. Since the age of 6, Derek G. has been immersed in music whether it’s behind the scenes producing, writing, and recording, or front and centre in the spotlight performing live and directing. He has always thrived in his creativity.
Mentored by West African drum masters, Bermuda’s finest engineers, and musicians, Derek G. has gone on to write and produce many records and hit songs for local musicians and artists. He has also taken the local entertainment scene by storm by founding Bermuda’s award-winning music giant D.I.A. in 2010, completing two international tours with The Chewstick Foundation and performing at almost every stage possible in Bermuda.
He has recently initiated a solo project series featuring Bermuda’s top musical talents in a raw, uncut style of performance titled #IOVibesWDerekG
Whether he’s performing bass or percussions Derek G. continues to enchant us with his new, ever-evolving skills and sounds.It was such an honor to be in conversation with Derek G. He has contributed love and unwavering commitment to the Bermuda music community in Bermuda
Instagram: @DerekG.BDA
Twitter: TheRealDerekG
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Email: DerekG.BDA1@gmail.com
Episode 17: Musical Vibe Dealing with Buzby
Episode 16: Art as Showcase with Neal Jhay Morris
Episode 15: Faith and Fashion with Designer Rochelle Minors
Episode 14: Discovering and Finding one's Voice through the Gift of Music with Brixx
Episode 13: Design, Luxury Bags and Life experiences with Patrice Morgan
Episode 12: Music at the Intersection of Truth Telling and Gratitude with Hana Bushara
Episode 11: Dancing as Storytelling with Rikkai Scott
Episode 10: Creative Dreams bigger than Humble Origins with Shantia Seymour
Episode 09: Multimedia Art Practice : Healing Communities through Art with Ami Zanders
Episode 08: Navigating Multi-passions in Life and Art with Vanessa Turner
Episode 07: Feeling the Fear and Doing it Anyway with Jayde Gibbons
Episode 06: Dream Chasing & Release of 'Tired Feet Single' with Jo-1
Episode 04: Color-FULL Fulfillment through Art and Community with Shanna Hollis
Episode 03: Trailblazing Locally and Globally: Affirming I will Not Make Boring Art with Dr. Edwin smith
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