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He didn't make it through to the finals of the BBC WM Summer Star Search, but he's not deterred.

Jimmy Franks and 'D'

Derek Cox has only been performing his tribute to the King for two months, usually in the pubs and clubs of Birmingham. He acknowledges that he's still honing his skills and looking for his big break.

He auditioned for the Summer Star Search at the Crescent Theatre, which is where Jimmy Franks' team spotted him, and extended an invitation to croon on the radio.

During the day Derek works at a plumbing merchants, but by night he becomes 'D' and performs Elvis' greatest hits.

After his performance, Jimmy Franks said he wished 'D' all the best with his music career. "Of all of the hundreds of Elvises I've worked with across the world", said Jimmy, "He's one of the better ones."

'D' in the BBC WM studio

On stage 'D' encourages the audience to get involved in his performances. King karaoke duets are his speciality.

"I like to give people a good show" said 'D'. "The more people I can get up dancing the better!"

'D' can be contacted at: 07930 488 591 (mobile phone).

BBC WM Summer Star Search

If you would like tickets to attend the BBC WM Summer Star Search finale show at the Robin 2, on Saturday 14th July, then please call the Robin 2 box office on 01902 401 211. All tickets will cost £3 each.

For more information on BBC WM's Summer Star Search please call Farah Mehmood on 0121 567 6050.