Derek Sammak is a Jersey-bred, Charleston-based songwriter and guitarist whose work spans worship, pop, and alternative rock. His songwriting caught the attention of Grammy-winning producer Tricky Stewart, leading to recording sessions at Atlanta's Triangle Sound Studios under music mogul Merck Mercuriadis.
Derek's melodic sensibility and fingerstyle guitar approach—influenced by Andy McKee and Tommy Emanuel—creates a distinctive sound that connects with audiences. As co-founder of The Pilot Kids, he built a YouTube following of over 72,000 subscribers, and placed top 5 at the Canadian Guitar Festival.
His songs combine memorable hooks with authentic storytelling, crafted for artists looking to make genuine connections with their listeners.