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LOCATION:
Budd Lake, New Jersey

TRAVEL RADIUS:
Will travel up to 170 miles from Budd Lake, NJ.

SURROUNDING AREA:
Flanders, Netcong, Hackettstown, Ledgewood, Stanhope, Succasunna, Landing, Andover, Chester, Hopatcong, Kenvil, Long Valley, Mount Arlington, Mine Hill, Dover, Glasser, Wharton, Lake Hopatcong, Mendham, Randolph, Great Meadows, Port Murray, Califon, Gladstone, Sparta, Far Hills, Newton, Rockaway, Bernardsville, Blairstown.

PRIMARY CATEGORY:
Oldies Band

GENRE:
50's Hits, 60's Hits, Beach Music, Doo-wop, Motown, Oldies, Pop, R&B, Rock

AVAILABLE FOR:
Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

PERFORMING SINCE:
1988

PAY RANGE:
$175-$900 per event

INFLUENCES:
The Duprees, The Platters, The Earls, The Harptones, The Cadillacs, Dion & The Belmonts, Johnny Maestro/The Crests, Frankie Valli & The 4 Seasons, Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, Jay & The Americans, The Excellents, The Heartbeats, & many more!

Derek is one of New Jersey's best and most popular entertainers in the doo-wop and oldies genre, and has many years of experience as a singer, recording artist, and entertainer. Derek was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1976 and now lives in northern New Jersey. In addition to his work with The GoldTones, Derek has also worked with various other music groups over the years. He was formerly the lead singer of the doo-wop group 'Still Around', and also a former member of the oldies band 'Jukebox Memories'. He has performed at many concerts, shows, restaurants, and private events throughout the eastern United States, and has appeared on various radio and television programs. Derek has also performed at varios doo-wop and oldies concerts which starred legendary doo-wop recording artists including The Vocaleers, The Continentals, The Dubs, Nicky Addeo & The Night Owls, Della Griffin & The Enchanters, and The Del Vikings. He plans to continue his efforts to help keep doo-wop and rock'n'roll oldies alive, and to help introduce the oldies to new generations of listeners!

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CLIENT FEEDBACK:  

Derek was very responsive during the planning stage. He confirmed prior to the event and was extremly flexible. He choose great music, sang beautifully and took requests. All the guests had a AWESOME time!! I know our event (50th wedding anniversary) would not have been nearly as much fun if Derek wasn't there. Truly! I would highly recommend him to any event!!!
--Barry K.
Morristown, NJ
9/13/2008

DEREK PLAYED FOR MY HUSBANDS 50TH BITHDAY PARTY AND THE MUSIC WAS SIMPLY FABULOUS. HE IS SO EASY TO WORK WITH AND MY GUEST ALL LOVED HEARING HIS BEAUTIFUL VOICE AND DANCED THE NIGHT AWAY TO ALL KINDS OF GREAT MUSIC. HE CAME PROFESSIONALLY DRESSED AND DID THE JOB I ASKED HIM TO DO. MY GUEST ARE STILL TALKING ABOUT THE CHOICE OF MUSIC I HAD PLAYED THAT NIGHT AND THEY WERE ALL UP ON THEIR FEET DANCING AND HAVING A GREAT OLD TIME..THANK YOU DEREK FOR MAKING MY HUSBAND'S ROBERTS 50TH BIRTHDAY PARTY SO SPECIAL ..ONE THAT MY GUEST WILL NEVER FORGET...ROBIN ROSENTHAL/EZEIR
--Robin R.
Brooklyn, NY
11/17/2007

Derek's performance was great!! Everyone called us after the party saying what a great DJ we had and the loved the music. We would definatley reccomend Derek! Thanks!
--Robyn L.
West Orange, NJ
10/27/2007

Derek provided a wonderful experience for my father-in-law's surprise 70th birthday party. He provided exactly what we were looking for as well as accomodated requests from the guests. He was professional, prompt, and added just the right touch to our party. His singing was exceptional, he willingly stayed overtime as the guests were having such a good time, and got rave reviews from our guests. I would, without a doubt, hire Derek again and would recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ/singer.
--Nadine C.
Hopatcong, NJ
9/15/2007

I can't imagine it could have been better. Derek was professional, helpful and very a accomodating. All of my guests commented on how much they enjoyed Derek and how talented he was. Several asked Derek for his contact information. He was the hit of the evening! Dave Donaldson
--Linda D.
Chalfont, PA
9/8/2007

Derek was amazing!!!!! I have never seen people dancing at a cocktail hour before. Derek had my guests dancing to his songs. Everyone raved about his performance. I hightly recommend hiring Derek for an event. He was extremely professional and met all of my expectations.
--Susan M.
West Orange, NJ
10/1/2006

I changed the date of my gig kind of last minute & Derek Evan was very willing to accommodate me. Not only did he respond promptly to my inquiry, but he was early for the gig & was very personable. He sang great & everyone seemed to really enjoy his performance. When his performance time was finished, some people wanted to hear more. Derek Evan performed some additional songs & did not charge me any extra for it. He was also friendly to my guests, and had no problem hanging out a little after his show to chat with them. I plan to hire him for some other gigs I am planning & would highly recommend him to others. If you need entertainment for a cocktail hour at your event, or would like to break up your DJ music with some live singing, he would be a perfect choice. Linda Amato, Roseland, NJ
--Linda A.
Roseland, NJ
8/20/2006

Derek was quite a hit with my guests. I frequently have entertainers from the NJ casinos here, have paid much more, and have not topped his professionalism. He will be iited back.
--Bob B.
Chalfont, PA
10/31/2007

Derek was very sick the night of my party, but managed to make it through the entire party. Although he was unable to sing too much, he did impress my guests and the party was a success. I will definately hire him again in the future as he is obviously extremely talented and very professional!
--Maria B.
Brick, NJ
4/28/2007

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UPCOMING APPEARANCES:
Thursday, December 11, 2008
6:30PM - Celebration
East Hanover, NJ

PAST APPEARANCES:
Friday, November 21, 2008
9:00PM - Birthday Party
Maple Shade, NJ

Saturday, September 13, 2008
8:00PM - Anniversary
Morristown, NJ
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Saturday, August 09, 2008
5:30PM - Wedding
Randolph, NJ

Wednesday, July 23, 2008
7:00PM - Eagleville Park Amphitheatre (Free Concert Opent To Public)
Eagleville, PA

Saturday, May 31, 2008
1:00PM - 50's Pizza Party- PRIVATE EVENT
Wilmington, DE

Sunday, May 04, 2008
12:00PM - Whole Foods Market- New In-Store "Diner" OPEN TO PUBLIC
West Orange, NJ

Friday, May 02, 2008
12:00PM - Christening
West Orange, NJ

Saturday, April 26, 2008
9:00PM - Birthday Party
Selinsgrove, PA
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Sunday, April 20, 2008
1:00PM - Birthday Party
Honesdale, PA

Friday, April 04, 2008
6:30PM - 50's Party at Margot Restaurant- Reservations Required
Randolph, NJ

Saturday, March 08, 2008
7:00PM - Birthday Party
Villanova, PA

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