We’ve had a few people ask about lyrics and chords for “If ever there’s a reason”  Nat was so kind to type it out for all to see.  I’m totally honored and humbled to have people excited about learning how to play our little ditty. Thanks so much

-dj

DERBY IF EVER THERES A REASON – lyrics & guitar chords

**These are the root chords for the song. There are added fingerpicking and walking notes around these chords, but this represents the structure of the song. Have fun!**

[A]If ever theres a reason to be swept up in the season
of the [E]fallen leaves
And [A]if the days grew shorter
And the darkness drew its order
from the [E]autumn grey

Id [D]rather sit this [Dm]out and sleep the [A]day away instead
My [D]weary eyes a [Dm]bit too slow in[A]deed [A7]
Id [D]rather sit this [Dm]out and sleep the
[A]day a[A add G#]way in[A add F#]stead [A add E]
To [B7]worry about the emptiness that [E7]comes

(Instrumental interlude [A], [A7], [D], [Dm], [A], [A7], [D], [Dm], [A])

[A]If ever theres a need to watch the afternoon just roll into
the [E]evening sky
find [A]comfort in the finer things that keep you close that keep you safe
With[E]in this room

when it [D]comes [A]down to [E]me
and I [D]grit [A]my [E]teeth
and I [D]start [A]to [E]stall
when it [D]comes [A]down to [E]me

[A]If ever theres a reason to be swept up in the season
of the [E]fallen leaves
And [A]if the days grew shorter
And the darkness drew its order
from the [E]autumn grey

Id [D]rather sit this [Dm]out and sleep the [A]day away instead
My [D]weary eyes a [Dm]bit too slow in[A]deed [A7]
Id [D]rather sit this [Dm]out and sleep the [A]day a[A add G#]way in[A add F#]stead [A add E]
To [B7]worry about the emptiness that [E7]comes
To [B7]worry about the emptiness that [E7]comes

(Instrumental interlude [A], [A7], [D], [Dm], [A], [A7], [D], [Dm], [A]

The Oregonian came and interviewed us as well as shot some live performance. It turned out pretty pretty, if I do say so myself

“Posters Fade” live from the 7″ release. Special thanks to Adam Guggenheim @ Guggenheimpdx for shooting the video

Check out the interview here

Here’s the extended Ford Explorer commercial featuring  “If Ever There’s A Reason”

suds and buds

Hello hello.

Happy Spring to you.  We are very excited to be performing for you this Saturday night, May 22nd at the Doug Fir!  We will be joined by Portland’s uber cool Spy Island, and one of our favorite bands anywhere, (although specifically they are from Seattle) Slender Means.  It’s been a while since we have headlined our own hand-picked Doug Fir show, so we’ve planned to make this a special night.  For those of you who do not yet know, Derby has become a 5-piece.  We’ve added the fast fingers (along with the entire body) of Matt C. on keys, which has freed up Dave to become a full time Shredder. And yes, that is a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reference.  One day I’ll find a way to work in Krang.  So come out and enjoy the new sophisticated sounds, along with two other fandamntastic bands. Spy Island will kick off the show, and Derby will headline.

We like to pack out the Doug Fir, so make it easy on yourself and buy tickets in advance. All of your friends are doing it. Just go the Doug Fir ticket window (only $8), or buy from TicketsWest:  http://ev12.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventInfo?ticketCode=GS%3aTWS%3aPDFL10:PDFL0522%3a&linkID=twspok

Also, on Friday, May 21st we’ll be performing at Linfield College’s “Wildstock” event, along with Landon Pigg.  We go on at 6:30pm on the IM Field, and it’s free!  http://www.linfield.edu/calendar/main.php?view=event&eventid=1272302223782

Who: Landon Pigg, Derby

What:  Wildstock

When: Friday, May 21, 6:30pm

Where:  Linfield College, McMinnville, OR, on the IM Field.

Why:  Because summer is coming, music is rad, and everything is free!

How:  Just show up and enjoy.

Who: Derby, Slender Means, and Spy Island

What:  real deal rock show

When:  Saturday, May 22, 9pm.

Where:  Doug Fir, 830 E Burnside, Portland, OR

Why:  street cred

How: $8 tickets at the door, or from TicketsWest: http://ev12.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventInfo?ticketCode=GS%3aTWS%3aPDFL10:PDFL0522%3a&linkID=twspok

See you soon!

Big ups,

derby

Derby: www.Derbyrock.com

Slender Means: http://www.slendermeans.com/

Spy Island: http://www.spy-island.com/spyisland/Blog/Blog.html

Photo: Adam “bubble toes” Guggenheim