Dereck Higgins
Dereck Higgins, born in Omaha comes from a musical/artistic family. Primarily a self taught musician known for his bass playing skills but plays several instruments. Has been involved in a wide variety of bands and musical styles (rock, jazz, punk, electronic, funk, etc.) starting in the 70's. Bands include Norman & the Rockwells, Digital Sex, RAF, Disco Ranch, InDreama, Son Ambulance, Cleemann and Rikk Agnew Fiasco. Has performed throughout the USA, Europe and Japan and opened for or played with artists such as REM, The Dead Kennedys, Ken Vandermark, Tatsuya Nakatani, Weird Al Yankovic, Melt Banana, 7 Seconds, Toxic Reasons, NOFX and Laraaji. Recently started a record label (DVH Recordings) with 8 titles released so far to a small but worldwide fan base. Dereck creates much of the visual art on his records. Has also done wardrobe creation and supervision for film (Lovely Still, April Showers, The Scientist). |
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