"Another more old school folk n’ roots singer-songwriter, Derek Dames Ohl harnesses a Blaze Foley essence with a modern charm, as displayed on his July album, Someday I’ll Be Happy (And Rule This World of Mine). Also for those who dig the simpler down-home sound with lonesome cowboy-style songwriting and vocals to match"- Paul Howard (Music Mecca)
Boulder's own troubadour
Named a top 10 under the radar artist to keep your eye on by Nashville’s own Music Mecca. Derek Dames Ohl, hailing from Boulder Colorado, is a trader of songs for fans of John Prine or Blaze Foley, Derek has released multiple projects in the past decade including his latest Songwriter record “Someday I’ll Be Happy” as well as the “Dumb Drunk & Anxious” EP, recorded at acclaimed Nashville studio The Bombshelter. Ping ponging back and forth across the globe has allowed Derek to hone his chops writing songs along the way.
Derek's (Always) on Tour
Derek has performed all across this universe and beyond - playing venues and festivals alike. Some notable artists Derek has played along with, or opened for include, Willis Alan Ramsey, Arlo McKinley, Bill Nershi, Joshua Ray Walker, Emily Nenni, Melissa Carper, Kassi Valazza, The Brudi Brothers and many many more!
more info in the "Events" section of his website.