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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300 Reviews - 65 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedAmazing voice, very professional and efficient to work with. 5 Stars!
check_circleVerifiedJust wrapped a couple of projects with Derran...he is definitely one of the best on this platform!! He brings energy, great vocals and creativity to all of my songs...I know my projects are always in great hands when I'm working with Derran..definitely going to work with Derran again!
check_circleVerifiedDerran is a hit-making machine! Always a pleasure to work with him, he is a very talented singer who is attentive and always brings fire to the table. Can't recommend him highly enough!!
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He's the best. Stop reading and book now.
check_circleVerifiedThis was my second collaboration with Derran, and I never would have thought he could surpass the top quality of his work from the first time — but that’s exactly what happened! An extraordinary voice and vocal skills, along with remarkable patience until he and the client truly share the same vision. I hope this won’t be my last comment and thus not my last project with him — I’m already looking forward to the next one.
Thank you, Derran, and all the best until then!
check_circleVerifiedDerran is the best of the best
You can always count on him delivering the best vocals!
check_circleVerifiedVery pleased with the final result from Derran. Smooth and strong vocals. Thanks Derran!
check_circleVerifiedDerran sang a second song for me. His voice is very beautiful.
He is both very good at singing and rapping.
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And he did it again folks! Derran delivered a performance that felt like it was made for my song: his tone & emotion fit so naturally. On top of that, he went the extra mile(s) with a few edits I requested and turned everything around incredibly fast with no extra charge! Professional, passionate, talented and a true collaborator. Working with him is always a total win!
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Derran has the voice of an angel!
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An absolute pleasure working with Derran Day! Can’t wait for the next opportunity in the near future! 🫡
check_circleVerifiedGood job thanks for coming thru again!
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Derran is always a pleasure to work with. He's the guy you're looking for on this site. He's easy to work with, writes incredible lyrics, melodies and sings with a distinct and professional style. He's a master at his craft and I can't recommend him highly enough.
check_circleVerifiedThis is my 2nd time working with Derran, top tier vocals and song writing, he nailed the song the first time no revisions needed, will definitely work with him again!!
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Derran Day has an extremely distinctive and special vocal color/timbre.
Very natural and so unreal at the same time.
Take care of your voice Derran :). 
check_circleVerifiedDerran totally nailed my latest track: "A Tale of Sargent Foster and Suzanne (Act 3)". The vocals involved singing and rapping, sometimes alternating quickly. Derran had no problems at all. No revisions needed! Thanks Derran!
Marty
Marty Lehr Music
check_circleVerifiedWorking with Derran has been a great experience! He delivered high-quality vocals with a unique tone and emotion. He was easy to communicate with, receptive to feedback, and turned everything around on time. Really appreciated how accommodating he was during the revision process as well. Looking forward to working together again!
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Working with Derran is a breeze, he is so professional and did a wonderful job. He studied up on my song and internalized it, and then produced a clean and inspired version that is just what I was looking for. Highly recommend working with Derran!
check_circleVerifiedUnmatched talent, whatever you throw at Derran he will deliver with top quality, nice working with you man.
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
I was the Singer/Songwriter/Vocal Producer in this production
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- Singer - MaleAverage price - $250 per song
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $350 per song
- Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $350 per song
Turnaround time is typically 48-72 hours. 2 free revisions, $25 per extra revision.
- Logic Pro- Manley Reference Mic-Rupert Neve Preamp-Apogee Duet 3 - all the plugins needed for professional grade recording.
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