DerekGrippo

New Haven, CT, USA

Sometimes a jazz vocalist, among many other things, Derek likes to diversify his repertoire with something out of the ordinary. Songs like, “Satisfy Yourself”, a euphemism to say the least, show a more funky groove. “Other People” contours to a more sentimental, pop-like feel. This broadly ranged baritone throws in some elements like scat singing and his own backup vocals and harmonies to keep a piece of his jazzy background and make an interesting auditory combination individualized. His latest album, "A Love Like You", focuses on the jazzy, blues-like aspects, with musical inspirations taken into account in a form that best suits what he musically emotes and stands for in his endeavors.