Derek Nakamoto - Music Producer/Arranger

With over 30 years of experience in the recording industry, Producer/Arranger and Pianist, Derek Nakamoto is a proven leader and facilitator. From his unique abilities as a distinguished piano player on multi platinum recordings to his talents as a sought-after string arranger, his endeavors have brought him to work with some of the world’s most talented musicians.

His musical talents are augmented by his ability to assemble creative teams of people that are the right fit for his production efforts. He brings to each of his projects tremendous resources and contacts within the recording industry as well as an uncanny understanding of the process of artist development. His musical diversity allows him to effortlessly connect with musical styles ranging from Jazz, R&B, to Rock/Pop and World Music.

Nakamoto Music Group

Nakamoto Music Group is a full service music production company founded by Derek Nakamoto. The main focus of this enterprise is to combine Derek’s creative and artistic involvement with the musical infrastructure to create the most credible and artistically successful product.

Aided by partnerships with musicians, studios and marketing specialists formed in over 30 years in the business, Nakamoto Music Group has the resources to find the right production solution for medium to big budget recordings.

For a list of credits, please visit the All Music Guide.

 

CREDITS INCLUDE:

Hiroshima

Keiko Matsui

Billy Griffin

The Jacksons

Kenny Loggins

Gerald Albright          

Michael Bolton

Disney Corporation

Paul Buckmaster

Nicky Holland

Sergio Mendez

Jim Brickman

Herb Alpert

David Cassidy

Lowen and Navarro

Fernando Saunders

Paul Taylor

Jade

Lisa Fischer

Gerald Alston

Ce Ce Peniston

Anri

Will Smith

Reggie Calloway

The O’Jays

Limahl

Aaron Skyy

K-Ci & Jojo

New Order

June Kuramoto

Jeff Ball

Holly Near

Whitney Houston

Rob Chiarelli

Akira Jimbo

Nadanuf

Toshi (X-Japan) 

The Whispers

Rita Coolidge

Jermaine Jackson

Teddy Pendergras

Peabo Bryson 

NMG World

Aside from the more mainstream efforts, Nakamoto Music Group has from the bginning been very involved with the less commercial side of the music business. NMG WORLD is dedicated to supporting works that will create awareness to worthy causes and individuals. We provide access to production and recording resources and offer guidance to create these works and spotlight artist and organizations doing exemplary things. Samples of these projects can be heard here.

 

RRR - Records

RRR Records ("Triple R Records") was conceived to give selected artists an opportunity to experience "real A&R development" of their material. Within a 5 week period starting with the initial consultation, their songs will be developed and produced with the right musicians, recording and mixing engineers tailored to their unique style and genre of music. This package is complete with mastering and digital artwork with guaranteed release.

RRR helps avoid the mistakes commonly made by new artist going out and trying to produce their own music with no professional guidance by creating a creative and professional environment with seasoned professionals ensuring competitive results and accountability.