Derek O’Kanos is a musician at the heart of the New England music scene. A powerful vocalist and captivating performer; this solo artist is equally at home on-stage or in the studio.
O’Kanos’ music is authentic and familiar, but best described as a mix of powerpop, folkrock, and alternative. Derek draws influence from the work of: Nick Lowe, John Prine, Marcy Playground, and many others. To his own credit, Derek has released 2 EP’s, On the Sleeve (2021) and Spoken Roads (2022). His songs are often upbeat, with lyrics that walk the line between optimism and sardonicism.
In 2023, O’Kanos contributed a single to the compilation series, ‘Here’s Where My Friends Come In’. Currently, he is writing songs and performing regularly across the Northeast.