Tyrone Diamond Govan, known as "FlyTy Govan," is an extraordinary drummer, songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist who has shaped the sound of funk, soul, and jazz for over five decades. As bandleader of "Der Secret," his master creation, Govan has become a cornerstone of Harlem's live music scene. The Legend's Journey In the late 1970s and 1980s, as master drummer he contributed to "The Greatest Hits of BTEXPRESS," "Stretch," and "Taking Off," earning a coveted Grammy Award with the group in 1976-1977. His legendary performances during this era included iconic venues like Madison Square Garden, the Beacon Theater, The Funhouse in Greenwich Village, and The Ritz Theatre. The 1990s broadened Tyrone's repertoire when he contributed to the hit "So Different" with Kinky Foxx, and performed in charitable shows with The Legendary Intruders in Harlem. In the 2000s, he continued to evolve, participating in multiple recordings with Bawner Brothers and as master drummer with Alvin Ailey at the City Center in 2011 . Harlem's Heartbeat Today, Fly Ty Govan and his band Der Secret perform regularly at Paris Blues, one of Harlem's most beloved jazz clubs, and he serves as resident musician and drummerman at the historic Cotton Club. His presence has made him a living institution in Harlem's musical heritage—a bridge between the golden era of funk and the contemporary soul movement. Der Secret represents more than just a band—it's Tyrone Govan's musical vision brought to life, blending masterful drumming, soulful vocals, and deep grooves that honor the past while pushing the sound forward.