Originally I started a blues band named Derek and The Aces. But after befriending harp/vocalist Sky Obanion, I asked him to join. After 2 years with a drummer and bass player, we decided that we were un-inspired. At our drummers suggestion we decided to use a second guitarist (guitar tuned to standard D) in place of a bass player. BOOM - The Aces was born. We were raw, original and had a swagger to boot. Now since becoming a finalist in the International Blues Challenge held in Memphis TN (out of 100 bands) we're looking forward to challenging blues listeners while continuing to attract young hipsters to our music!