Biography: Jacob Derengowski – known professionally as Jacob D. – is an independent U.S. singer-songwriter active in the mid-2020s. He releases music via the UnitedMasters platform, retaining full creative control over his work. His origins place him in New Jersey. He began releasing music around 2025, quickly collaborating with peers in the indie/alternative scene. By late 2025, he expanded his discography with a debut studio album, HEADWIND, released on UnitedMasters. As an independent artist, he writes and produces his own material (many singles list him as sole writer/producer) and leverages digital distribution rather than a traditional record label

Career Highlights: In 2025, Jacob D. began releasing music under his current stage name, having previously appeared as Jacob Kevin on Jessiq Luno’s I’ll Patch You Up (2025). He released his debut solo single Where’s The Fun (May 4, 2025), followed by Real Thing (Aug 1, 2025) and One More Thing (Oct 10, 2025), helping establish his alternative/indie pop-rock style.

He has also collaborated frequently with fellow indie artists: for instance, Shoegazing (feat. Jacob D.) (Jessiq Luno, 2025), Horseplay (feat. Jacob D. & Elijah Meraki) from Jessiq Luno’s Love Bug (Jul 16, 2025), and Elijah Meraki’s Sincerely, Yours (feat. Jacob D.) (Oct 4, 2025). These appearances demonstrate his active involvement in a network of young, independent musicians.

In late 2025, Jacob D. compiled his singles and new songs into his first full-length album, HEADWIND. The eight-track album (via UnitedMasters) includes earlier singles like “Where’s The Fun” and “One More Thing”, along with new songs such as “Lift Us Away” and “Home is Just a Call Away”. This release further solidified his indie pop-rock style.

His latest release, the two-song project My Own Faults / Hold On To Me, marks a more intimate and emotionally exposed chapter in his catalog. Written in the aftermath of heartbreak and personal loss, the release strips his sound down almost entirely to voice and guitar, emphasizing raw songwriting over production. The two tracks center on heartbreak, introspection, accountability, and emotional longing, revealing one of the most vulnerable performances of his career and highlighting his strengths as both a lyricist and acoustic performer.

Notable Works: Jacob D.’s key releases include his solo singles Where’s The Fun (2025), Real Thing (2025), and One More Thing (2025), which helped define his alternative/indie pop-rock sound. He is also featured on several notable collaborations, such as Jessiq Luno’s Shoegazing (feat. Jacob D.) (2025), Horseplay (feat. Jacob D. & Elijah Meraki) from Luno’s Love Bug (2025), and Elijah Meraki’s Sincerely, Yours (feat. Jacob D.) (2025).

Before adopting the Jacob D. name, he appeared as Jacob Kevin on I’ll Patch You Up (Jessiq Luno, 2025), an early track that gained attention on streaming platforms. Across platforms, his top tracks are consistently Where’s The Fun, Real Thing, One More Thing, Horseplay, and Shoegazing. His music is available on all major streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Audiomack, etc.), and his releases are distributed via UnitedMasters.

These works define his indie pop/rock sound, both in solo tracks and collaborations.

His debut album features 8 tracks. It gathers his previously released singles (“Where’s The Fun,” “One More Thing”) and introduces new songs like “Lift Us Away”. The album showcases his moody alt-pop/rock sound and DIY pro

Musical Style: Jacob D.’s music falls into alternative/indie pop-rock. His single “One More Thing” is labeled “Alternative”, while his work on Elijah Meraki’s “Sincerely, Yours” is categorized as “Rock”. His sound typically blends moody guitar riffs, electronic elements, and plaintive vocals. Lyrically, he explores personal and relational themes, with songs like “Real Thing” and “Sincerely, Yours”. He aligns with DIY indie artists and collaborates frequently with alt-pop acts like Jessiq Luno. The material on HEADWIND continues this approach, combining melancholic melodies with catchy pop-rock hooks in the vein of his earlier singles.

Platforms & Links: Jacob D. is active on streaming and social platforms. His music can be found on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and Audiomack, among others..