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Follow on Google News | ![]() Derek Olson releases his debut EP “King of the Anthill” to astounding reviews!Singles such as "I'm Tryin'" and "Let's Melt It Away" gives audiences a clear vision to who Derek truly is.
By: A & R Select “King of the Anthill” EP was Derek’s first release. Two particular songs “I’m Tryin’” and “Let’s Melt It Away” gives a clear vision as to Derek’s thought processes, his inner vision and the eloquent way he chose to deliver his story. These two songs give us the true Derek Olson. “I’m Tryin’” simply means just be who you are. To Derek it is about being an artist “in an over populated sea of funky fish”, as he puts it. To me it separates him from the ordinary and gives him a status of a uniqueness that is hard to describe. The story is that you do not have to look long or far to find that gem. One of many highlights in this particular song is his harmonica playing that carries a voice of its own. It gives this song depth and substance. Sung to perfection with emotion, Derek takes you to a place that most do not travel with wisdom that is realized in the end. “Let’s Melt It Away” is keeping it simple. This song is about the balance needed in keeping a relationship healthy and sometimes keeping things simple is just what you need. As Derek states, “the song has a diary-like soliloquy that I improvised at the studio. That helps build the song and also gives it a personal context.” Both songs are beautiful in their simplistic yet impactful way. The entire EP contains seven songs and runs ½ hour. As they say, it is not the length of time that counts but the quality that matters. In Derek’s case, nothing could be truer. “I have never played music to make money off of it or to be famous. It is just something I love, though I also realize that in a today’s music scene there are opportunities that could take me somewhere as well. I would like to think that my music speaks for itself and to also note that this is my first undertaking as an Indie artist; I am open to any possible avenue to spread my music.” Derek’s music speaks for us all and it speaks for itself loud and clear. His music is relatable, thought provoking and is a ‘must buy’ in my book. Derek Olson played a 2-hour acoustic show for over 2,000 people at a summer-time boat bash hosted by Miller Lite on Castle Rock Lake in Wisconsin. He also played live for a set with Robert Randolph and the Family Band at the Barrymore Theatre in Madison, Wisconsin. Derek will be playing venues in St. Paul and other cities in Minnesota as well as some local clubs. He is travelling around spreading his music and his joy. You can listen to and/or purchase his songs by logging onto any of the following websites: www.reverbnation.com/ http://thederekolson.bandcamp.com www.soundcloud.com/ www.cdbaby.com/ www.myspace.com/ www.facebook.com/ www.promofm.com (Search: Derek Olson) Derek Olson is currently working with A & R Select based in West Hollywood, Ca. for licensing, publishing, a record deal and/or placement opportunities. For additional information, please contact them at: 323-924-5897 www.arselect.com End
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