Derek Simpson Gets Flirtatious and Groovy on “222” – 20 June 2024
Still from Derek Simpson ”222” music video.
Derek Simpson releases “222,” the second single off of his upcoming third full-length album, ‘Somehow,’ available via Digital Formats via Trailing Twelve Records.
Trailing Twelve Records presents “222” the second single off Somehow: the third album from Los Angeles, California-based artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Derek Simpson. Experimentation is at the core of Somehow. Releasing each of the tracks in sequential order every Thursday for ten weeks straight, Simpson will give listeners a recurring opportunity to connect with each song individually, not too dissimilar from the weekly episode format of a bygone era. An examination of falling in love, Somehow is a wide-eyed look at romance, identity, memory, freedom, and, ultimately, the incredible vulnerability and joy that comes from loving someone unconditionally. This sentiment is best illustrated in Simpson’s second single “222.”
On the driving groove of “222,” Simpson speak-sings flirtatious quips with endearing confidence, while bouncing bass and glittering synths enhance the light and playful nature of the song.
“What’s your ETA? Don’t say, / We’re always like 20 minutes late anyway”
Still from Derek Simpson ”222” music video.
The music video follows Simpson exploring the city with his love interest. Simpson films the mysterious woman similar to that of a muse - highlighting her beauty by capturing casual movements. Comparable to the change from day to night, the video’s tone moves from innocent and flirtatious to more sultry and passionate.
“222” is out June 20th, on Digital Formats via Trailing Twelve Records. Watch the music video below.
TRACKLIST: Somehow
Saturn Returns
222
The Circle One
Glitterrr
copilot
boytoy
In Ur Reach
T
RC30s
Bonez & All
Written by Derek Simpson
Produced by Derek Simpson, Daniel August, and sage ua sole
Performed by Derek Simpson
Mixed by Derek Simpson (BMI) and Daniel August (ASCAP)
Mastered by Rory Hurley
Press Contact: info@trailingtwelve.com
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Release Date: 20 June 2024
Release Title: “222”
Artist: Derek Simpson
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BIO
Derek Simpson is an artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist whose creative journey has taken him from the bustling city of Boston to the vibrant music scene of Long Beach, California. Known for his distinctive soundscapes, layered with spacey guitar chords and otherwordly synth lines, Derek's music delves deep into introspective wordplay, often exploring the power of maintaining a positive perspective amidst confusion and adversity.
Derek's talent and unique creative vision have earned him recognition from numerous esteemed publications such as Ones To Watch, Spin, Indie Shuffle, Atwood Magazine, Glide, and Dummy. His music has also found its way into popular culture, with his tracks being featured in Comedy Central's hit series, "Workaholics” and the feature film The Wheel starring Amber Midhunter.
ACCOLADES
“an effortless chunk of psychedelic pop” - Atwood Magazine
"carries a multitude of introspective scenes that outline his inner thoughts, embellished by his mesmerizing guitar playing. These conversations between his sentiments and the music make for a tasteful cocktail made of all the feel-good human stuff." - Spin
"a stunning and hypnotic musical listening experience" - Ones To Watch
"a cross between dream pop and shoegaze - some saucy as hell loops that make it a truly unique and textured offering" - Indie Shuffle
“With a laidback, dreamlike atmosphere, it pulls the listener into his untethered mind, free-flowing and associating as it drifts into parts unknown.” - Atwood Magazine