Ep.226: Interview with JACOB DERAPS of DERAPS

George Dionne interviews guitarist and vocalist JACOB DERAPS of DERAPS, about their latest album VIVA ROCK N’ ROLL. The album is set for release on May 23, 2025 through Metalville Records.

Highlights include:

-Discussion of the new album

-How long has they been working on it

-Stories behind the singles

-Long distance songwriting

-The album cover’s backstory

-Live performances

-Opening for BLUE OYSTER CULT & LEE AARON

-VAN HALEN’s influence on his music

-Has anyone in VAN HALEN commented on his sound?

-Best/worst material by VH

-Almost performing with TRANS SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA

-And much, much more!

* Photo credits Nick Kozub & Louise Newiss