Following the recent email from Derrick and all the kind messages that people left in response, he has asked me to share the following message to you all. 

Hi David and all you lovely adoring fans,

I just want to say that I am deeply touched by all the kind words and wises you sent me for my birthday and also for my contribution to the band over the past 12 years. It is more than appreciated, I was actually emotional it was fantastic to read.  I just want to say a massive thank you to all of you guys and I look forward to playing those beats and entertaining you guys.Big massive Love to all!!!!!!!!!!!Derrick

Cheers Derrick, and as so many people have said already - you're awesome.