DEAN JOHNSON – Blue Moon b/w Lake Charles – 7” – Vinyl [APR 11]

7” – Limited Edition Black Vinyl.

The 20th instalment of Saddle Creeks Document series features Dean Johnson, the Seattle-based singer/songwriter whose heartfelt storytelling and undeniable charm have been quietly building a devoted fanbase across the globe.

For years regulars at Als Tavern might murmur to each other about Dean Johnson behind the bar. There were nudges and whispers that he might just be the best songwriter in town. They spoke of his talent like a family secret Seattle folklore. How many times, and for how many years, did Dean elusively reply to some variation of the question, When will there be a record?

In May of 2023, there finally was. Nothing For Me, Please, Dean Johnsons debut album, was released on his 50th birthday.

Calling him a hidden gem doesnt quite fit, because theres nothing hidden about himhe shines in plain sight. It was only a matter of time before people stopped to take notice.

Deans music feels like a conversation with an old friendwarm, honest, and deeply human. His songs bridge the past and present, weaving modern sensibilities with a timeless appeal. With razor-sharp wit and an uncanny ability to make you laugh and cry in the same breath, Deans songwriting reminds us why music matters, offering proof that a song can be more than the sum of its parts. Hear just a phrase of his melody, catch even a moment of the sobering depth in his voice, and youll feel itlike a letter written, signed, sealed, and delivered just for you.

Tracklist:

A: Blue Moon

B: Lake Charles