It seems like multi-instrumentalist Derek Reynolds has always played music. But it was his role as a professional bass player that brought him from the mid-west to La La Land and inevitably to the Pacific Northwest where he eventually started a new completely unexpected musical adventure… Now he has released three albums and performs more than ever as a solo acoustic singer-songwriter doing his own brand of rock and reggae. Personal original tunes and carefully re-crafted covers make him one of the most popular feel-good performers in the area. And his music is always free at https://derek.bandcamp.com.
Testimonials
"Derek Reynolds is a fantastic musician to work with: professional, prompt, talented and fun! We love hosting him at our farmers markets".
- Hannah Ladwig / Communications & Outreach Manager, Gorge Grown Food Network (2019)
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"Derek and his unexpected songs on the ukulele have been a highlight at Insomnia Coffee Co.'s music nights. We appreciate his connection with the audience and kindness to the staff. Comments from baristas like, "That guy really gets it! People love him!" are what we want to hear."
- Cindy / Music Booking, Insomnia Coffeehouse (2018)
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"Unexpected, indeed. Between refreshingly 're-purposed' favorites and his insightful originals, catching Derek's upbeat show is time well spent."
- John S. Crocker, booking manager, Arts of the Mountain & Broadway Gallery (2019)
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"Derek Reynolds music enriches the market atmosphere; it adds to the fun and energetic environment we are trying to cultivate at our farmers market. I had a wonderful experience working with Derek and found him highly adaptable when it comes to setting up and performing, especially at an unpredictable event such as ours..., classic ukulele!"
- Nathan Swango / Market Manager, Vancouver Farmers Market (2018)
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"Dear Derek, Thank you for donating your time and talents in delighting even attendees, volunteers, and vendors at the recent PlanetCon. Your tunes added just the right amount of entertainment and liveliness we had hoped for."
- The PlanetCon Team (2020)
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Breedlove Guitars Artist Page - https://breedlovemusic.com/acoustic-guitar-artist/derek-reynolds
Published Articles
Original Ukulele Songs - https://www.originalukulelesongs.com/the-covert-pop-songwriter-by-derek-reynolds/
Music For The Head & The Heart - https://www.musicfortheheadandheart.buzz/the-mantle-of-musicality-derek-reynolds/
Accolades for SANCTUARY
Multnomah County Library is excited to inform you that your album "Sanctuary" has been selected to be part of the Library Music Project music collection! We believe this collection will inspire new audiences to discover a wealth of today’s local Portland music. We’re so glad your album will be part of it.
- The Library Music Project Team https://librarymusicproject.com/artists/derek-reynolds
Testimonials
"Derek Reynolds is a fantastic musician to work with: professional, prompt, talented and fun! We love hosting him at our farmers markets".
- Hannah Ladwig / Communications & Outreach Manager, Gorge Grown Food Network (2019)
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"Derek and his unexpected songs on the ukulele have been a highlight at Insomnia Coffee Co.'s music nights. We appreciate his connection with the audience and kindness to the staff. Comments from baristas like, "That guy really gets it! People love him!" are what we want to hear."
- Cindy / Music Booking, Insomnia Coffeehouse (2018)
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"Unexpected, indeed. Between refreshingly 're-purposed' favorites and his insightful originals, catching Derek's upbeat show is time well spent."
- John S. Crocker, booking manager, Arts of the Mountain & Broadway Gallery (2019)
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"Derek Reynolds music enriches the market atmosphere; it adds to the fun and energetic environment we are trying to cultivate at our farmers market. I had a wonderful experience working with Derek and found him highly adaptable when it comes to setting up and performing, especially at an unpredictable event such as ours..., classic ukulele!"
- Nathan Swango / Market Manager, Vancouver Farmers Market (2018)
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"Dear Derek, Thank you for donating your time and talents in delighting even attendees, volunteers, and vendors at the recent PlanetCon. Your tunes added just the right amount of entertainment and liveliness we had hoped for."
- The PlanetCon Team (2020)
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Breedlove Guitars Artist Page - https://breedlovemusic.com/acoustic-guitar-artist/derek-reynolds
Published Articles
Original Ukulele Songs - https://www.originalukulelesongs.com/the-covert-pop-songwriter-by-derek-reynolds/
Music For The Head & The Heart - https://www.musicfortheheadandheart.buzz/the-mantle-of-musicality-derek-reynolds/
Accolades for SANCTUARY
Multnomah County Library is excited to inform you that your album "Sanctuary" has been selected to be part of the Library Music Project music collection! We believe this collection will inspire new audiences to discover a wealth of today’s local Portland music. We’re so glad your album will be part of it.
- The Library Music Project Team https://librarymusicproject.com/artists/derek-reynolds
Album Releases
Videos
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Upcoming Shows - CALENDAR LINK)
Performance Locations
Lounges/Restaurants Crux Fermentation Project - Bend Crater Lake Spirts - Bend Mandarin Palace - Beaverton Thirsty Duck - Oregon City Primrose & Tumbleweeds - Hillsboro Wine:30 - Milwaukie Insomnia Coffee - Hillsboro |
Farmers Markets Redmond Sisters Hood River Oregon City Newberg Tigard Forest Grove Cedar Mills Orenco Town Center Canon Beach Vancouver WA Stevenson WA White Salmon WA San Juan Islands WA |
Festivals Etc... Redmond Music & Art Festival Portland Saturday Market Arts Of The Mountain - Toutle WA Broadway Gallery - Longview WA Tigard Farm To Table Dinner Breitenbush Hot Springs |