Derek, a prominent figure in country music, recently engaged Stephanie during a romantic walk. He announced his engagement via social media, sharing a heartfelt message and a close-up of the engagement ring. Alongside personal milestones, he released a new single called 'Mad for the Road,' reflective of his 15-year career touring Ireland. He reminisced on his debut performance on the Late Late Toy Show at 12 and his evolving passion for songwriting and live performances, including his unforgettable show for over 20,000 fans last summer.
Derek previously told sundayworld.com how his hugely successful career in country and folk music started on the Late Late Toy Show when he was just 12 years old. Derek and his older brother, Adrian, were the backing duo on bodhrán and accordion for a group of six-year-old Irish dancers on that show in 1995.
I love writing and it's something that down the line, when the live gigs calm down, I'll get into more and develop acts. It's my favourite part of the job.
Last summer, Derek performed to over 20,000 country music fans at the Belsonic 'Farmers Bash' in Belfast's Ormeau Park-an experience he calls unforgettable.
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