Dawson Dean, a trio from Staffordshire Moorlands, consists of Graham Dawson, Chris Dean and Geoff Berrow. Graham and Chris, both singer-songwriters and guitarists, formed a duo in 2016. Their debut studio album Good Times, featuring twelve original songs, was released in October 2017. Geoff Berrow joined the band in January 2019, making them a trio. He played on their second album Symphony of Sound, released in July 2019.

Their third studio album Wasting Time, also featuring twelve original tracks, was released in October 2023. Their latest album Hold On, recorded at Inspire Music in Fulford, Staffordshire, in 2025 and 2026, is a ten-track album with new songs and all-new recordings. It boasts a full sound thanks to the addition of drums and keys. Hold On is set for release in September 2026.

All albums are available for download on music internet platforms, while the four physical CDs can be purchased at gigs or by contacting the band.

Dawson Dean are experienced and confident performers of their self-penned songs. Their music blends an eclectic mix of mainly acoustic sounds with a contemporary Acoustic Pop/Americana style. This is achieved through strong melodies, close three-part harmony vocals and contrasting guitars. The bass guitar adds punch and rhythm, complementing the two guitars and harmonies. Their relaxed playing style creates a unique sound.

Chris Dean

Chris had his first record deal and LP released in 1979 with London based mod band – The Crooks. In the intervening years he has played electric and acoustic guitar, done countless gigs, played with different bands, released several albums, and been influenced by many artists and different styles. He formed Dawson Dean in 2016 with Graham Dawson, when the two of them were introduced and discovered they had a lot in common, singer/songwriter guitarists, and living near to each other in the Staffordshire Moorlands! He acknowledges the contribution that Geoff Berrow has made on bass guitar, to compliment the distinct sound of the band.

Graham Dawson

Graham started playing guitar when he was 12 and started writing songs in his early teens. His early influences were Paul Simon, The Beatles, John Denver, and Ralph McTell. More recently Jez Lowe and various Americana acts have widened his song writing style. He started performing in local pub and club bands in the 1970s, before taking a 25-year sabbatical from live performances. A move to the Biddulph area and the release of his first solo album in 2012 – These Things Are Ours, re-ignited his desire to perform and write songs.

Geoff Berrow

Geoff began his musical career in the 1970s as guitarist and vocalist in the clubs and pubs of the Midlands and North West of England, before becoming involved in recording and audio-visual production. He also took a long break from live performance, but retained contact with music through choirs and musical theatre. After a stint playing in folk clubs and moving to bass guitar, he became a founder member of the successful bluegrass band – The Slippery Hill Boys, performing at mainly private functions until they disbanded in 2017. Geoff shares similar musical influences to Graham and Chris, and enjoys adding a new dimension to the songwriting of Dawson and Dean.

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