Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers are an award-winning Southern-fried blues rock band rooted in the South Georgia pines (Tifton area). Fronted by dynamic guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Derrick Dove, the group fuses gritty blues, soulful grooves, classic rock energy, and authentic Southern spirit for high-octane, crowd-pleasing performances.
In January 2026, they claimed victory as International Blues Challenge Band Champions in Memphis, with Derrick also earning Best Guitarist honors. The band has topped iTunes blues charts with multiple #1 albums and singles, including their acclaimed releases Rough Time (2023) with hits “When Did I Get Old” (over 15 million combined video views), and the title track and Burn It Down (2025), featuring standout tracks like "Comeback Kinda Love," "Just Walk Away," and "Can't Move On."
They've shared stages with icons such as ZZ Top, Blackberry Smoke, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Wallflowers, Jimmie Vaughan, and more, building a reputation for electrifying live shows that blend raw passion and powerhouse musicianship.
With a new album on the horizon and unstoppable momentum, Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers continue to keep the blues alive while rocking audiences worldwide.
o 2026 International Blues Challenge Winner
o 2026 International Blues Challenge Best Guitarist
o 2025 GA Country Music Hall of Fame Inductees
o 2025 ISSA Entertainer of the Year
o 2025 Josie Awards Blues SOng of the Year
o 2024 ISSA Album of the Year
o 2024 Josie Blues Album of the Year