What do 13+ million YouTube viewers know that you don’t?
Not what, but who: Derek Cate.
The genre-busting, envelope-pushing Oregon native recently burst onto the Nashville music scene in a big way, co-producing a debut studio LP, “We Can Fly,” with platinum-selling producer Jimmy Dulin.
But Derek Cate already has a slew of fans all over the world, thanks to homemade YouTube videos that feature his soulful, earnest voice covering favorite tunes by artists ranging from the Goo Goo Dolls to Eminem to Keith Urban. Audiences know a real deal when they see it – and Derek’s open, heart-baring style squeezes every last drop of emotion from a lyric, whether it’s one he wrote himself or borrowed from an influence like Rob Thomas or Gary Allen. Either way, it’s a style that rings true with a fan base that’s growing every day.
The overwhelming YouTube response – more than 13 million views now – helped encourage Derek to turn his passion into a full-time career. Now he’s got his own YouTube channel with a million views so far, and recently accepted a rare invitation to partner with a Top 5 YouTube partner.
Inspired by love, loss, and now the love of his life – his five-year-old daughter – Derek Cate has only just begun to spread his wings. Check out “We Can Fly”, and get ready for take off!
