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David D2 Derby

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~ I DO NOT ACCEPT FRIENDS WITH ANYTHING THAT MAY RESEMBLE PORN OR AN ABUNDANCE OF @SS ON THEIR SITE. THEY WILL BE DENIED AS THEY GREATLY UNDERMINE THE QUALITY OF MUSIC ! ~ Read On!!!...D
Born in Taipei Taiwan, the son of an Air Force staff sergeant, I was given as a Christmas present, my first drum set. It was a Slingerland kit with no throne and one cymbal.At first, I wrestled with the fact that my drum set paled in comparison to others, but one morning, my grandfather joined me while I was, at that time, just making noise and he asked to play my drums. After chuckling for only a moment with the thought of this old man trying to play my drums, I graciously passed my sticks to him. He sat on my makeshift throne and proceeded to blow me away as he made that crappy kit sound like a symphony. It was at that moment that I realized that drumming was going to play a huge role in my life.
From concert band , orchestra, marching band, Drum Corp to jazz band, I performed at every level and throughout high school, I was fortunate enough to be a part of one of the country's very first amateur percussion ensembles, performing for Buddy Rich, the Ludwig family in Chicago and many other events around the country.
Currently, I play with The Melanie Susuras Band " , while also performing and recording with a number of other bands as a fill-in drummer and/or percussionist. I enjoy all types of music and perform many styles from country to funk.
The best part of what I do is the interaction with the audience before, during and after a long night of playing music. If you are ever at a show, please do come up afterwards and introduce yourself, it would be my pleasure and honor to meet you.
I dedicate my music to my wonderful and very supportive family especially my wife Jan. It just wouldn't be worth it without your love and support.
I Love you!!

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Music:

GOSPEL!!!!!
Neo-Soul
Jazz
Santana
Aquarium Rescue Unit
John Scofield
Derek Trucks
MMW
Deep Banana Blackout
The Meters
Galactic
Lettuce
Oz Noy
Living Colour
Dotsero
Bob James
Martha Munizzi
Kirk Franklin
Micah Stampley
Mary Mary
Jonathon Butler
T-Square
Steeley Dan
Fred Hammond
Earth Wind and Fire
Gap Band
Rippingtons
Spyro Gyra
Prince
Gloria Estefan
Aerosmith
Shakira
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Maroon 5
Rascal Flatts

Heroes:

My Wife and my amazing children and family. A Higher Power, it's what drives me!

My Blog

A Collection of Youtube videos

Oprah's Gospel Brunch Desi Arnaz - At His Best Fran Merante - Linear Funk Drumming Lesson David La Mole Ortiz-Puerto Rican percussion treasure Usher and James Brown...
Posted by David D2 Derby on Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:01:00 PST

New Life International Foundation For Children

In September 2008, I will make my first trip to Africa, a lifetime desire of mine to participate in the development of a satellite internet system and water treatment system for the New Life Foundati...
Posted by David D2 Derby on Sat, 12 Jan 2008 06:38:00 PST

My Gear

DW Collector's Series - Oyster Blue16x22 Bass Drum (No Tom Mount)9x10 Standard Tom10x12 Standard Tom12x14 Floor Tom14x16 Floor Tom6x13 DW Maple Snare Drum6x10 Maple Side Snare (Darby Drums)Cymbals:8in...
Posted by David D2 Derby on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

Drumming Bible, Tips from a friend...

Useful advice I found searching the web, hope you enjoy it as much as I did. PracticeThe number one rule for me is to practice on my instrument as often as possible! I can't stress this enough. No ma...
Posted by David D2 Derby on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST