Dean Geyer Bio - Biography

Name Dean Geyer
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Naionality Africa
Date of Birth 20 March 1986
Place of Birth Johannesburg, South Africa
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Dean Stanley Geyer (born 20th March, 1986 in Johannesburg) was born into a family with two sisters (Jessica and Tatum) in South Africa. Dean moved to Melbourne, Australia at 15 years of age and commenced his schooling by going to Melbourne High School, a select-entry school for boys. Geyer's family have a strong connection to martial arts, with members from previous and current generations gaining 'black-belts' in karate. Following in family tradition, Dean also attained his black-belt when he was only 13 years old.

Geyer's interest in music started during his early teens. After some experience in the music scene, Geyer decided to audition for the fourth series of Australian Idol. He auditioned in his hometown of Balwyn near Melbourne. After singing a commercial pop song, which impressed the judges, Geyer played a self-composed piece called "Nice To Meet You". This song was lauded with praise by the three judges, and they unanimously sent him through to the Top 100. Continuing through the competition and winning over thousands of fans, Geyer ran 3rd, just one week away from the grand final.

His two music idols are Bon Jovi and Marc Cohn.

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