Derek Gaines is a standup comedian based in New York City.

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(00:00) From Jazz College to Comedy

(03:18) Failing Music Theory, Finding Jokes

(06:42) First Open Mic at Laugh House

(09:25) Five Years Building in Philly

(12:36) Competitive Open Mics and Real Crowds

(15:48) Cul-De-Sac Black Comedy Voice

(18:31) The Comedy Cellar Legend

(21:07) Moving to Jersey City

(24:02) Turnpike Janitor by Day

(27:19) Grinding Clubs Across Jersey

(30:06) Getting Better and Finding Momentum

(32:14) Gersh, Pilot Season, and MTV

(35:02) Broke-Ass Game Show Changes Everything

(37:41) Choosing Scripted Acting

(39:58) Act ...