Derran Day on SoundBetter

Vocalist with Over 5 million totals views and 130 thousand subscribers. Written and performed originals that have millions of Spotify streams, placed original content on TV shows like OWN’s Black Love docuseries. Performed and vocal produced well over 500 songs for clients all around the world.

Soulful vocals..With precise skills and top of the line vocal recording knowledge..I guarantee a QUALITY product delivered in a very timely fashion. Let’s put in some work!

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Credits

My Word by Derran Day

Languages

English

Endorse Derran Day335 Reviews - 74 Repeat Clients

by Amelia T.
Verified
Always a pleasure working with Derran, he nails it every single time! 10/10.
by Gregory Conrad
Verified
Third song together and the chemistry is fully locked in. Derran delivered a confident, emotional performance and brought the song to life effortlessly. Communication was smooth, turnaround was solid, and the quality keeps improving with every collaboration. Definitely looking forward to more work together.
by Emil Holden Hoem
Verified
Derran made my Day. He's the best. Recommended, and will probably hire him again.
by J G.
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Amazing work! I will work with Derran again very soon. I'm extremely happy with how my song will turn out when I'm done mixing it. So glad I found this service.
by taeone
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Darren is always right—trust him and choose this guy.
by Kimberly K.
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Derran is amazing!!!!! Best voice, easy to work with, professional! I could go on and on. Awesome job!!!!!
by Armando Z.
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No words would do justice to how much Derran's work elevated my track. You'll have to listen to it. He was extremely easy to work with, captured all direction and made it better. All within timeline, all professional. His work inspired more ideas and I can't wait to work with him again.

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by Yusuke M.
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He’s (not) just a great singer.
He has real musical taste and instincts as a musician.
Fully understood my melody and groove, and delivered the perfect take in response.

Let’s do it again, Derran!!
by Sri V
Verified
Derran Day is a pleasure to work with. He is an exquisite vocalist and can capture the vibe of a track to deliver a suitable sound. His depth in delivering ad-libs and harmonies is outstanding!
by Dylan S.
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Derran is my favorite person to work with on SoundBetter, he always delivers a quality performance and knows how to write a hit song. We have over 3 million streams together and counting. Thanks again Derran!
by Joe L.
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Derran is an absolute pro. Fantastic vocalist and engineer, was able to meet my quick deadline, got me exactly what I needed!
by untraditional
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Working with Derran was an amazing experience from start to finish. He delivered high-quality vocals with great tone, emotion, and timing, and the files were clean, organized, and easy to work with.

Communication was clear and professional, turnaround was fast, and he was super flexible throughout the process. He really understood the vibe and elevated the track in a natural way.

Would absolutely work together again and highly recommend if you’re looking for a vocalist who delivers!
by Kyle R.
Verified
Derran is incredible. Done several songs with him. He's one of my favorite vocalists to work with!
by alex
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Im super impressed! its incredible! this guy has so much talent and the files are super High Quality and Clean! It only took him two takes (meaning only 1 revision of something really specific that I asked him to do) he was quick, friendly, professional. Now I feel like I want to do all my future projects with only him! I love his voice! Well done brother!
by Andy P.
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Don't look any further for a vocalist. Derran is simply the best! . I have worked with Derran on two separate occasions. He listens and understands exactly what you want to achieve. I will always use Derran for male vocals as e sounds amazing. Thank you!
by Gregory Conrad
Verified
This is my second time working with Derran and he continues to deliver at a top-tier level. Smooth, emotional vocals, perfect control, and a super fast turnaround. He takes direction effortlessly and always brings the song to life. Highly recommend!
by Falco A.
Verified
Loved working with Derran! Very professional and great result.
by Rob aka Midnight James
Verified
Derran was a delight to work with. We quickly agreed on direction based on a couple of reference tracks, and he absolutely crushed it when writing a full topline for my tune. He was great to collaborate with two in taking ideas and direction and quickly implementing them.

I'm very much looking forward to working with him again!

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by Eddie Jonsson
Verified
A voice of an angel!
10/10
Best in the game
by Lars S.
Verified
Thank you Derran for singing another song for me.
Again very beautiful.
You have a very excentric, authentic and distinctive voice.
Take care.

Interview with Derran Day

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I wrote and sang the song “My Word” for the ‘Black Love’ documentary. It was a very meaningful song for a very touching documentary. I’m forever grateful to the Black Love crew for allowing me to be a part of their journey.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I’m working on a couple very cool tracks from a client in the states and from a client on the other side of the world. Connecting with people around the globe is the most satisfying part of this job
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I do not know anyone else on SoundBetter at the moment.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital because cool gigs like this wouldn’t exist without it.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I promise I’ll get you the quality sound you’re looking for, and I’ll get it to you in a very timely fashion
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Making music..It’s just fun man..I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Can you bring this song to life? I most certainly can!
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That the work is easy..it’s not, but I love the process so it’s all good.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Are you ready to make a hit or no? Because I’m DEFINITELY ready.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Vocalize any and every idea/concern..it’s the little details that truly make a song. My job is to help bring that magic to life. It’s your vision, so let’s paint this picture together.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Easy..My Mic, my piano, my headphones, a comfortable chair, and something to record some beautiful music with.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: My career path was to make music by any means necessary. I started working for online session sites about 5 years ago. I have done over 500 hundred songs for clients all over the world.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style is emotional and soulful, smooth but still raw when it needs to be.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Some of the new artists out here killing it..Lucky Daye, HER, Serpentwithfeet, Sampha..anyone who really knows how to tell a story with their voice..count me in.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Always finish the song..no matter how tempted you are to quit.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I’m typically requested to work on R&B/Soul/Pop songs
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My Dynamic vocals are my strongsuit..come see for yourself!
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring natural/raw emotion while still maintaining a quality sound. I like to make the song my own, while still following the vision of whoever is requesting my services..I want us to feel like what we are creating is as unique as it is professional..which tends to create more satisfying results
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I like to get a feel for the song first..listen all the way through a handful of times until the ideas/melodies come naturally. My recording process is pretty straight forward..I like to record each part all the way through for continuity purposes..then make whatever adjustments are needed to enhance the song. I like to give it a rough mix so the client can at least hear what I had in mind regarding how the vocals should sound. Then I play it back a few times to make sure everything is good, and bounce that baby out. Simple enough!
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Home studio setup (acoustically treated) 2020 iMac with 64 gb RAM Manley Reference Mic running through a Shelford Channel preamp and Duet Apogee Interface Logic Pro X Waves Complete Plugins
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: From Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, and Marvin Gaye to Sampha, Lucky Daye, Ty Dolla..anyone with some soul is alright with me.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I provide my professionally produced vocals for anyone in need. Most of my work is in the R&B/Soul/Pop fields