Derrick May
Derrick May: quick facts
Sourced, updated Nov 2026- Born
- April 6, 1963 (age 63)
- Zodiac sign
- Aries
- Birthplace
- Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Nationality
- American
- Based in
- Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Genres
- Detroit techno, Techno, House
- Labels
- Transmat (founder)
- Active since
- 1986
Essential tracks
- Strings of Life1987
- Nude Photo1987
- It Is What It Is1988
- The Beginning1990
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Derrick May
Where is Derrick May from?
Derrick May is from Detroit, Michigan, United States. Nationality: American. Today Derrick May is based in Detroit, Michigan, United States.
How old is Derrick May?
Derrick May is 63 years old, born on April 6, 1963.
What kind of music does Derrick May play?
Derrick May plays detroit techno, techno and house.
Does Derrick May have a record label?
Yes. Derrick May founded Transmat.
What are Derrick May's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Strings of Life" (1987), "Nude Photo" (1987) and "It Is What It Is" (1988).
What did Derrick May do?
Derrick May helped create techno in 1980s Detroit alongside Juan Atkins and Kevin Saunderson, known as the Belleville Three. He founded Transmat Records and recorded Strings of Life as Rhythim Is Rhythim.
Where does Derrick May live?
Derrick May is based in Detroit, Michigan, the city where he was born and where he launched Transmat Records.