Dean Schlabowske

Dean Schlabowske (aka Deano, or Deano Waco, or Ramblin' Deano) is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He has been a member of several bands including Wreck, The Waco Brothers, Dollar Store, Deano and the Purvs, in addition to his solo work and various other collaborations.

Early life

Schlabowske grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but has spent much of his adult life living in Chicago, Illinois. From 2007-2012, he owned and operated the Cellar Rat wine shop in Wicker Park.

Career

In 2014, Schlabowske moved to Austin, Texas. There, he continued his collaboration with former members of The Meat Purveyors, and started a band called TV White. "Due to an illness in the family and the desire to buy an affordable home," Schlabowske returned to Milwaukee in 2017.

Solo Discography

Albums

2004: Dollar Store (Bloodshot Records) - as Dollar Store
2004: Money Music (Bloodshot Records) - as Dollar Store
2017: America's Favorite Folk Singer (Pigsville Music, BMI)
2018: Soundtrack To The Next IPO (Pigsville Music, BMI)
2019: Ramblin' Deano And Ice Cold Singles (Pigsville Music, BMI) - as Ramblin' Deano and Ice Cold Singles
2020: Pills, Puppies And Bacon (Pigsville Music, BMI) - as Ramblin' Deano And His Enablers
2020: Bad Luck Days (Pigsville Music, BMI) - as Ramblin' Deano And The Purvs

Singles

Frozen Lake/Slipstream (Pigsville Music, BMI) - as TV White
2020: We Move On (Pigsville Music, BMI)

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