Derek Sherinian

Derek Sherinian is a keyboardist based in Los Angeles, California. His most notable achievements are as a member of the bands Alice Cooper, Kiss and Dream Theater. Derek Sherinian is of Armenian descent.

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Keyboardist - Los Angeles, California - Alice Cooper - Kiss - Dream Theater - Armenia

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With Dream Theater, he recorded the albums A Change of Seasons (1995), Falling Into Infinity (1997) and Once In A LIVEtime (1998) before being replaced in 1999 with Jordan Rudess.

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A Change of Seasons - 1995 - Falling Into Infinity - 1997 - Once In A LIVEtime - 1998 - Jordan Rudess

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Since 2000, Sherinian has recorded several solo records on which artists like Yngwie Malmsteen, Zakk Wylde and Steve Lukather have lent their talents. Most notable of all Planet X, recorded with Australian drummer Virgil Donati, which led to the formation of the group of the same name, as Sherinian and Donati decided to expand on the concept by recruiting guitar virtuoso Tony MacAlpine. Since 2002, Sherinian is constantly touring with Billy Idol. Also, he has recorded several tribute records.

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2000 - Yngwie Malmsteen - Zakk Wylde - Steve Lukather - Planet X - Virgil Donati - Tony MacAlpine - Billy Idol

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Derek also owns a studio room named Leopard Room, located in Hollywood Hills, which got its name being covered in leopard and purple velvet. It was featured in April 2000 issue of Keyboard Magazine.

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