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dean simmons
kim simmons
Hailing from the small New England town of Swansea, Massachusetts, Kim was the youngest of 5 siblings, and started singing professionally with her family band at the tender age of 15. At 20, she moved west to Arizona and began touring nationally. Later, Kim found Nashville calling her name and joined the band Rose Tattoo. In the mid-90s, "Kim Diamond and Rose Tattoo" took Las Vegas by storm, opening Boulder Station's Railhead, Texas Station's Armadillo Saloon, as well as being the first artist to perform at the Fremont Street Experience.
Kim performs a variety of styles of music and has performed with such greats as The Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefers and even Jerry Springer! Her experience ranges from writing and performing original scores for motion pictures, television, voice-overs for radio to producing and booking her own shows. She has also mastered the art of tribute with her Shania Twain show, Shades of Shania.
As Kim continues to rock the stage at night, her natural leadership qualities drive her to spend her days producing and booking talent. Her passion for the entertainment business is not only apparent in her performance but also in the impeccable service she provides our clients. Kim’s energy seems limitless and her personality... well, absolutely hilarious. In short, she’s a hoot!
Born and raised in Portland Oregon, Dean followed the footsteps of his father, uncle and grandfather to a life of performing country music. At seven years old, Dean was strumming his guitar with his father’s band. Later, he co-founded the Scotty and Dean Band with Scotty Alexander, before forming the Dean Simmons Band. In the early ‘90s they performed nightclubs, fairs and festivals all over the Pacific Northwest. They also had the honor of performing for our military servicemen and women in the Far East, the Caribbean, the South Pacific as well as the US.
By 1992 Garth Brooks was dominating the charts, and Dean found himself loving and learning Garth’s music. After extensive study of Garth’s music, concert footage and music videos, not only could he mimic Garth’s music, but he was also able to emulate his mannerisms; the walk, the talk, the laugh, and most importantly, the ability to engage and connect with an audience.
Dean began his career as a Garth Brooks tribute artist in Pigeon Forge, TN in 1994. In ‘96, producer John Stuart discovered and hired him to perform in the world famous "Legends in Concert" in Las Vegas, Myrtle Beach, Atlantic City, and several tours and one-night performances throughout the USA and Canada. Dean then produced his own 90-minute "The Garth Guy" show based on Garth's live concerts. Dean saw the need for a different kind of tribute company. One that handles only the best in the business, and represents not only musical acts, but also tribute bands, comedians, Hollywood Lookalikes and even political figures. The natural progression was for Dean and Kim to collect the very best talent in the business, produce a variety of projects and launch Top Shelf Tributes to house them all. The reception has been overwhelming! Dean has produced these shows for hundreds of very satisfied clients including casinos, fairs, festivals, corporate events, universities, rodeos and private parties from coast to coast, as well as overseas.
As a 20+ year veteran of the tribute business, Dean offers a free expert strategy consultation to help analyze demographics and align the best possible entertainment options for the unique needs of each individual client. Whether producing or performing, Dean loves and lives the tribute business.
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This story begins way back in 1995 when Kim and Dean were introduced by Kim’s keyboard player and Dean’s close friend and roommate, Craig Mattox. There was an undeniable chemistry and they had a year-long, whirlwind romance. The road came a’callin’ and they pursued their respective careers and ended up in separate states.
Several years later, while getting ready for a show, Kim heard an all too familiar voice coming from the next room. “HOLY SH*T!” she exclaimed. “That’s DEAN!” It was a TV ad promoting one of his shows, IN HER TOWN! As it goes with soul mates, the chemistry was still there. And alas, ROUND TWO. As geography and the alignment of the stars would dictate, round two would have to come to an end... for now. Dean was constantly performing on the road and Kim was busy juggling her career and raising her son, Joshua.
As several turns and twists of fate would have it, they remarkably ended up not only living in the same town but discovered that they were just four streets from each other! And finally, ROUND THREE! The third time was a charm and they decided to officially become a family. Their chemistry remained strong and there was an immediate bond between Joshua and Dean. Friends and family rejoiced as they witnessed Kim and Dean join in marriage on 11/11/11. Dean even surprised Kim by writing and recording a custom country wedding song for her to walk to. It was the best day of their lives.
Obvious soul mates, Kim and Dean make perfect partners not only in marriage and parenthood, but also in business and as performers. Kim and Dean want to share their love with the world through great music, joy and laughter. And so, Top Shelf Tributes was born.
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Dean at age 7
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