Gavin Dean: Guitar, Harmonica, Lead Vox.
Gary Dean: Bass, Vox.
Gary Keon: Drums, Vox.
Influences
Cream, Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac, Rory Gallagher, Taste, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, The Band, Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy, B.B King, Robert Johnson, Eric Clapton, John Mayalls Bluesbreakers, John Fogerty + CCR Mark Knopfler, The Byrds, Free, Chuck Berry, Johnny Winter, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Stax Music (in general), Django Reinhardt, Blind Willie McTell, Sonny Terry, Brownie McGee, Son House, Blind Willie Johnson, Elmore James, Horslips, Buddy Rich, Steve Winwood, Spencer Davis Group, Woody and Arlo Guthrie, Ry Cooder, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Deep Purple, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Henry McCullough, The list goes on and on and on........
The Deans
The Deans are a musical trio from the west of Ireland whose roots are firmly planted in Blues, Country and folk music. They have adapted their influences into a more progressive and diverse rock setting which some fans describe as “crazy music” for its spontaneity.
The Deans consist of Gavin Dean (Guitar, Harmonica and Lead Vocal), Gary Dean (Bass Guitar and Vocals) and Gary Keon (Drums and Vocals). The 3 have a unique companionship between them and boast a very energetic live show.
In their 3 year existence as The Deans they have worked with some of the most prestigious rock and guitar legends including Woodstock veteran Henry McCullough (Joe Cocker and the Grease Band, Paul McCartney..s Wings) Eric Bell (Thin Lizzy), Johnny Fean (Horslips) as well as Irish traditionalists Sharon Shannon and Liam O'Maonlaí (Hothouse Flowers).
In June 2008 The Deans released their debut original album simply called “The Album” which consisted of 12 tracks. Exactly one year on they have just released their new E.p which is called “Distraction”. Distraction has a definite atmosphere throughout right from the opening chord. Songs from which have been getting rave responses from audiences and critics alike all across Europe.
2009 saw their fist extensive tour of Europe which included 35 shows in 7 countries in the space of 6 weeks. They are currently on a tour which will feature a performance at the 43rd Montreux Jazz Festival as well as a show at the Santa Blues Festival in Tenerife. Upon their return to Ireland the band have been invited to play 2 shows with the legendary godfather of British Blues John Mayall in the Academy in Dublin.
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After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
Hey, Our Debut album – Aliquot strings is out now! It’s available in Irish record stores and online (click below). You can get a Free download of ‘Garavogue’ on www.tucanmusic.com Our launch nights are on Sat 6th June in The Clarence – Sligo and Sat 20th June in Crawdaddy – Dublin. Hope you like it! Cheers - Donal and Pearse
Hey! You were so great the other week in Galway! Let me know if your playing in Dublin any time soon! I've moved back home(Meath), so I'b be closer to there to get to a gig! Have a great time in Spain!
thank you for the friendship and i..m fine thanks! also i must say that your music brings me to a really good mood! i love it. maybe you guys can play in austria some day!? greets from austria daniel
