Derek is a talented performer, songwriter, and entertainer. Derek has been gigging for over eight years, but more aggressively the past three. From Billy Bob's, Gexa Energy Pavilion, The Ballpark in Arlington, to the House of Blues-Dallas, and many more. Derek can best be described as a country contemporary style, with 90's country influence, and a taste of great tradition. Recently, Derek competed in the 2014 Shiner Rising Star Competition and Matt Caldwell, a successful Texas country artist, was one of the panel judges. Matt said, "Derek, you and your band are one of the best bands I have seen in over eight years - in Texas AND in Nashville. You guys are unbelievable". Derek was one of the finalists. Highlights -#1 on Reverbnation in local market -Sophomore album "Cowboy Way" released in March '13 (11 songs), produced by Steve Mandile in Nashville. -"Cowboy Way" single released Oct '13 (26 weeks on national country secondary markets) - March '14 -"Cowboy Way" single approved by the Dallas Cowboys to be played at all the home games -"Give It to Me Strait" single release July '14 to Texas radio, charted 119, high end music video production filmed in Arlington, TX went viral and strong 3rd party reviews. -2014 Shiner Rising Star Finalist (22 bands competed throughout Texas) -House band at Billy Bob's for past two years (over 30+ performances) -Has opened up for Mark Chesnutt, Josh Turner, Kansas, The Cadillac Three, Pat Green, and many others "Rangers Proud" produced at Fort Worth Sound Studios by Bart Rose. Musicians on the song include Tim Georgeff (Keys), Dale Morris, Jr. (Fiddle), Gary Cox (Lead Guitar), Colin Alexander (Bass), Johnny Rhoads (Drums) and Derek Anthony (Acoustic Guitar, Vocals).