About me.

🎶 Owner | Picture Sound | Production Music 🎶

🎼 Award-Winning Composer | Producer | Music Publisher

Derik is the owner of Picture Sound, specialising in production music for commercials, documentaries, title sequences, incidental, and presentation music.

As an award-winning composer, Derik has created music that is published with PRS, PPL, and MCPS, contributing to numerous high-profile projects.

🎙 Host | The Music Production Lounge Podcast

🔊 Recording Engineer | Front of House Engineer | Producer

With extensive experience in studio recording, production, and live sound engineering, Derik has worked as a recording engineer, producer, and front-of-house engineer, ensuring the highest-quality sound for both studio and live performances.

🎸 Guitarist & Vocalist | Buddy King & The MoonDogs

As a talented guitarist and vocalist, Derik performs with Buddy King & The MoonDogs and has had the privilege of collaborating with a wide range of legendary artists, including:

⭐ Micky Baker | Russ Ballard | Wanda Jackson | Kiki Dee | Blue Bishops | Chas Hodges | Jim Rodford | Nikki Lamborn | The Mighty Flea Conners | Big John Wrencher | Legs Larry Smith | D'zal Martin | The Roulettes | The RD Crusaders | Johnny Mars | Bobby Graham | Albert Lee |The Droop | Richard Cottle | Rod Argent | Steve Rodford | Bob Henrit | Steve Rothery | Steve Simpson

 
 

Picture Sound

Picture Sound was established in the early ’90s as a vehicle for Derik Timms, an award-winning composer, to showcase his specially written film musicPicture Sound is now a leading production music library featuring over 1,000 original compositions designed for a variety of media projects, including documentaries, films, and radio. Their diverse catalogue spans multiple styles, ensuring the perfect soundtrack for any production.


Beyond their online platform, Picture Sound actively engages with audiences through their Facebook page, providing updates and insights into their latest releases.


Specialising in evocative music that sparks vivid imagery, Picture Sound leverages state-of-the-art studios to craft immersive soundscapes.


Explore their collection and learn more by visiting their official website or Facebook page.


🎵 Discover more at:

🔗 Picture Sound Music.com

🔗 PictureSoundMusic.SourceAudio.com




 

BUDDY KING AND THE MOONDOGS

Buddy King and the mOOn Dogs are a modern rock and blues band known for their original songs and dynamic performances. Originally performing under the name The mOOn Dogs, the band has evolved over the years, bringing a fresh and captivating sound to the music scene.


Band Members:


•  Buddy King: Guitar, Slide, Vocals


•  Eddie Masters: Bass


•  Graham Walker: Drums


•  Richard Cottle: Keyboards, Saxophone


Other sidemen include

Carl Holt, Steve Vintner, Howard Tibble, John Gordon, D’zal Martin, Lindsay Bridwater, Richard Belmont, Kwaku Dzidzornu, Paul Miller, Russ Ballard, Paul King, Tony Page, Nick White, Steve Simpson, Laurence Cottle, Steve Rothery, Jo Rothery, Anona Bamford, Chris Gore, Daniel Smith, Richard Smith, Terry Finn, Derik Timms, Syd Twynham.


Musical Style and Influence

Buddy King and the mOOn Dogs blend soulful blues, energetic rock, and heartfelt Americana, creating a unique and engaging sound that resonates with audiences. Their music is a rich tapestry of powerful guitar riffs, soulful melodies, and compelling lyrics, reflecting their deep roots in rock and blues plus a more quirky side.


Highlights

The band has shared the stage with notable artists such as Albert Lee, Mick Jagger, George Harrison, Pop Staples, Albert King, Gary Moore, Wanda Jackson, Kiki Dee, and David Bowie. Their performances are known for their energy and emotional depth, making each show a memorable experience for fans.


The new album “Lunar Blues” is primarily mixed in Dolby Atmos (Immersive Audio) but also available in other digital formats. The albums are released on Rambling Boy Records, 


Facebook page at:

🔗 Buddy King and the MoonDogs


 

Three Bar Fire

Some songs refuse to stay unheard. Three Bar Fire gives a home to forgotten demos, transforming them into soul-stirring Americana—where blues, R&B, and pop collide under Buddy King’s commanding presence.


PODCASTS


*Behind the Music: The Music Production Lounge Podcast* 

Peek behind the curtain and explore the captivating world of music production with The Music Production Lounge podcast. Each episode takes you on a journey with the artists, musicians, and industry innovators who bring music to life. Discover their creative processes, pivotal career moments, and the stories that define their sound. Whether you're a die-hard music fan or an emerging artist, this series offers a front-row seat to the passion, skill, and artistry behind the music you love.


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Peanut Rubble

Peanut Rubble, a talented band hailing from Chesham, Buckinghamshire, emerged in 1967 with a distinctive sound that blended rock and blues influences. The original lineup featured Ian Summerlin on bass guitar, Derik Timms on guitar and lead vocals, and Sandy Henderson on drums. In 1968, the band had the opportunity to record at the prestigious Radio Luxembourg Studios, marking a significant milestone in their early career.


During their formative years, Peanut Rubble had the privilege of supporting renowned bands such as The Pretty Things and Pink Floyd. Despite their undeniable talent, the group struggled to secure a recording contract at the time. This period also saw a lineup change when Sandy Henderson left the band, and Alan Hubbard took over on drums. However, the available work for the band largely involved playing cover songs, which didn’t align with their artistic aspirations. As a result, they shortened their name to Rubble in the early 1970s before eventually disbanding.


In a brief reunion during the early 1970s, Rubble regrouped to record "The Rubble Album" at Anvil Studios in Denham. The album was engineered by Eric Tomlinson of Anvil Abbey Road Screen Sound Ltd. Although the recording remained unreleased for decades, a couple of tracks were recently issued in EP form on Rambling Boy Records.


Following the band’s breakup, the members pursued different paths. Ian Summerlin continued his music career by learning to read music and working as a session musician. Sandy Henderson stepped away from the music scene entirely, leaving behind a daughter in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. Derik Timms went on to form the band Twigg, alongside Roger Newell on bass guitar (who later played with Rick Wakeman and Marty Wilde) and John Bates on drums.

Timms later joined Brewer’s Droop as a bass and slide guitarist. The group, which backed numerous blues artists brought to the UK by manager Jim Simpson (of The Big Bear), eventually evolved into The Droop. The band folded when Timms secured a record deal with Antic Records, an offshoot of Atlantic Records. During this time, he collaborated with John Dunsterville (of Rainbow Ffolly) and Paul Priest, who later became a renowned ceramicist. Together, they recorded as Onkinsmog, featuring Pick Withers on drums. Withers went on to join the iconic band Dire Straits, alongside Mark Knopfler a former Droop members.