With rich vocals, introspective songwriting, and accomplished musicianship, Levi Dean and the Americats create a unique blend of Americana, blues, folk, rock and country that is rooted in tradition, yet contemporary.Levi Dean, the band's songwriter, grew up in Virginia and was born into a family of songwriters and artists. He got his first musical instrument from his father as a child and has been playing and writing music ever since. Levi began playing professionally at age 20 when he moved to the Rocky Mountains and formed a band called Dean Station. Dean Station completed three U.S. tours to promote their debut eponymous album in Dec 2006, their second album"Raising the Root" in Aug 2007, and"Quarter of a Century" in May 2009. In 2011, Levi spent a year in Nashville, TN honing his songwriting skills. Levi is now an active member of the thriving music scene in sunny San Diego