Derrick Pearson is an award winning producer, songwriter, musician, director and music publisher. From operating so prolifically in many different areas of music, he gained the nickname “Doc” which sticks with him even today. “Doc”, which he now uses as an acronym for Disciple Of Christ.Doc’s early musical work started with local artist in and around Washington D.C. but soon transitioned to national artist. He composed, recorded and produced chart-topping songs for The O’Jays, The Whispers, and more. As a bass guitarist Doc Pearson recorded with top tier musicians such as drummers Freddie White (Earth Wind & Fire), Rick Wellman (Miles Davis, Chuck Brown), William “JuJu” House (Grace Jones, EU), Jay Williams (Dave Coz, Jonathon Butler) keyboardist, Kevin Bond (Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams) guitarist Mike Scott (Prince, Justin Timberlake) and Tom Crosby (Peaches & Herb) and more.Derrick “Doc” Pearson gave his life to Jesus Christ in 1990 and since that time has only used his gifts, talents and abilities for the building of the kingdom of God by answering the call of the Lord to preach the gospel through his music and songs. He and his wife Lamar formed IAM Music Company to release his brand of inspirational gospel music. IAM Music Company’s 8 CD releases and 6 music videos have garnished thousands of song downloads, music streams and video views, while receiving numerous awards and accolades including: Two Top 10 Billboard Gospel Album Chart positions, 7 Rhythm of Gospel Award Nominations, the 2016 Akaaemia Best Contemporary Christian/ Gospel Song Award, 6 Independent Radio Alliance Award nominations, an EnSound Music Award and more. Derrick states that, “I still have more work to do, as God is not through with me yet”. God promised that, “He who began a good work in me shall complete it until the day of Jesus Christ”. Look for more great music to come from Derrick Doc Pearson and IAM Music Company.