NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Dean Geyer

Dean Geyer (born 20 March 1986 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a singer who finished third in the talent contest Australian Idol 2006. is the 79th day of the year (80th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1986 (MCMLXXXVI) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link displays 1986 Gregorian calendar). ... This article is about the city in South Africa. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... This article is about the genre. ... In the music industry, a record label can be a brand and a trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music videos. ... The Sony BMG Music Entertainment logo. ... is the 79th day of the year (80th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1986 (MCMLXXXVI) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link displays 1986 Gregorian calendar). ... This article is about the city in South Africa. ... Australian Idol 2006 was the fourth season of the Australian television series Australian Idol. ...

In the weeks leading up to the final of Australian Idol 2006, Geyer was selected by both Mark Holden and former Australian Idol judge Ian Dickson as their favourites for winning the competition. He then secured a contract with SonyBMG after the competition ended. Mark Holden (born 27 April 1954) is an Australian singer and television personality. ... Ian Dicko Dickson (born 28 March 1955 as Ian Ross Perrygrove in Birmingham, England) is a music industry and television personality in Australia. ... The Sony BMG Music Entertainment logo. ...

On 5 May 2007, If You Don't Mean It was released as the first single from Geyer's album Rush, which was released on May 26, 2007. is the 125th day of the year (126th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... If You Dont Mean It is the title of the debut single for Dean Geyer. ... is the 146th day of the year (147th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ...

As of May 2008, Geyer has now become an actor on Australia soap opera Neighbours, playing law school drop-out Ty Harper. This article is about the Australian soap opera. ...

Early Life

Geyer was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, as the oldest of three children to parents Debbie and Keith. He has two younger sisters, Jessica and Tatum, who share his interest in the martial arts (he has a black belt in karate). ^[1] He moved to Melbourne, Australia, at age 15 leaving most of his family behind.^[2] Dean attended Melbourne High School, a select-entry school for boys, finishing his Victorian Certificate of Education from MHS in 2004, but did not pursue higher education. This article is about the city in South Africa. ... This article is about the Australian city; the name may also refer to City of Melbourne or Melbourne city centre (also known as The CBD). ... Melbourne High School redirects here. ... The Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE] is the credential given to students who have completed Year 11 and Year 12 of their secondary schooling, in the state of Victoria, Australia. ...

Geyer's interest in music started early in his childhood. He learned to play the guitar, and wrote his first song entitled "Change" which was based on his move from South Africa to Australia. At his Australian Idol audition, he played a self-composed song called "Nice to Meet You".

In 2004, Dean Geyer formed in a band called "Third Edge" and recorded his original music at Studio 52. Studio 52 then permitted Dean and his band to perform at the Kool Skools awards night but unfortunately, "Third Edge" only received a nomination.^[3] Dean proposed to girlfriend of a year Lisa Origliasso [half of band The Veronicas] in May 2008 on their one year anniversary.

Australian Idol

Geyer auditioned for the fourth series of Australian Idol in his Australian hometown of Melbourne. After singing Marc Cohn's "Walking In Memphis", Geyer played a self-composed piece called "Nice to Meet You". This song was praised by the three judges, who unanimously voted to send him through to the Top 100. Marc Cohn live in Saratoga Marc Cohn (born July 5, 1959 in Cleveland, Ohio) is an American singer-songwriter, best known for his song Walking in Memphis from his eponymous 1991 album Marc Cohn. ...

Geyer survived the culling rounds in Sydney, where the Top 100 are reduced to the Top 24. He sang "I Don't Wanna Be" by Gavin DeGraw for his elimination performance, and later performed the U2 smash hit "Beautiful Day" with Chris Murphy. They became close friends and impressed the judges with their voices and their camaraderie. This article is about the metropolitan area in Australia. ... I Dont Wanna Be is a single by the Gavin DeGraw released in 2005. ... This article is about the singer. ... This article is about the Irish rock band. ... Beautiful Day is the lead single from U2s 2000 album, All That You Cant Leave Behind. ... Chris Murphy is the name of: a Chris Murphy, Canadian Broadcaster, Anchor at The Weather Network. ...

Geyer was the first contestant who was officially accepted by Idol into the top 100.

Geyer's performance of Ryan Cabrera's "On the Way Down" on 15 October received a "touchdown" from judge Mark Holden. His Disco performance in the Final 8 of "Turn the Beat Around" included a front handspring by Dean off the side of the stage and a backflip at the end of his performance. This article does not cite any references or sources. ... On the Way Down is the debut single of Ryan Cabrera released from his 2004 studio album Take It All Away. ... is the 288th day of the year (289th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Mark Holden (born 27 April 1954) is an Australian singer and television personality. ... Turn The Beat Around is a disco song written by Gerald Jackson and Peter Jackson and popularized by Vicki Sue Robinson (1954-2000) in 1976, originally appearing on her debut album, Never Gonna Let You Go. ...

On 12 November, Dean received a second Touchdown from Mark Holden after his performance of Edwin McCain's "I'll Be". Mark also said that that performance was a number-one hit. However, Dean was eliminated from the show on 13 November after receiving the lowest amount of votes from home viewers. is the 316th day of the year (317th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Mark Holden (born 27 April 1954) is an Australian singer and television personality. ... Edwin McCain (born January 20, 1970 in Greenville, South Carolina) is an alternative and indie rock guitar player. ... Ill Be is a song written and sung by American Alt-Rock singer/guitarist, Edwin McCain. ... is the 317th day of the year (318th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ...

Post-Idol

Dean Geyer signed to the SonyBMG record label in late 2006. The album, "Rush" was recorded in early February, and was released on the 26th of May, ahead of a rumoured national tour. Originally, he was expected to support the Young Divas on their Australian tour, but instead decided on several in-store appearances and signings for his fans.

Dean competed in the Celebrity Grand Prix in Melbourne on 15-18 March, 2007, where he played his single live.

His debut single has been confirmed to be "If You Don't Mean It". The song which was co written by British songwriter Chris Braide was first released to radio stations in Australia on April 5, 2007, and was released physically on May 5.^[4] Dean Geyer's debut album, Rush was released on May 26.^[5] Chris Braide (born 6 February 1973 in Cheshire) is a British singer, songwriter, record producer and music publisher. ... is the 95th day of the year (96th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... is the 125th day of the year (126th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... is the 146th day of the year (147th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ...

In late 2007, Dean toured Australia as the support act on The Veronicas "Hook Me Up" Tour, following their #2 album of the same name. He later appeared in their videoclip for "This Love", playing the love interest of one of the girls. The Veronicas are an ARIA Award-winning Australian group led by identical twin sisters Lisa Marie Origliasso and Jessica Louise Origliasso. ... Singles from Hook Me Up Released: September 22, 2007 Hook Me Up is the second studio album by Australian band The Veronicas released in Australia on November 5, 2007 by Sire Records[1]. ^ Herald Sun Hit - HOOK ME UP (ALBUM). Herald Sun. ...

Neighbours

On 4 November 2007, it was announced that Dean would be joining the cast of Australian soap opera Neighbours early 2008. ^[6] is the 308th day of the year (309th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... The first TIME magazine cover devoted to soap operas, dated January 12, 1976. ... This article is about the Australian soap opera. ...

After a series of acting workshops and vocal coaching, Geyer made his Neighbours debut on March 27th, 2008. He will join the cast as a regular Ramsay Street resident, playing law-school dropout and aspiring singer, Ty Harper.^[6]

On Monday 19 May 2008, Geyer sang a duet with fellow Neighbours cast member Caitlin Stasey (who plays Rachel on the show). The song "Unforgettable" was performed at the Erinsborough High School Formal. There is speculation that the song will be released as a proper single, thus rekindling Geyer's music career. Caitlin Stasey as Rachel Kinski Caitlin Jean Stasey (born 1 May 1990) is an Australian actress who is best known for her role as Rachel Kinski in Neighbours. ...

Television roles

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Discography

Albums

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Singles

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Musical influences

On Geyer's MySpace page, Geyer lists his musical interests as including Bon Jovi, Creed, Nickelback, Hoobastank, Goo Goo Dolls, Incubus, Lifehouse, Vertical Horizon, Switchfoot, Kelly Clarkson, Justin Timberlake, Teddy Geiger, Gavin DeGraw, Fuel, Rob Thomas, Tonic, Thornley, Theory of a Deadman, The Police, U2, Matchbox 20 and Ryan Cabrera. Bon Jovi is a hard rock band originating from Sayreville, New Jersey. ... This article is about the American Post-Grunge band. ... This article is about the Canadian rock band. ... For the album of the same name, see Hoobastank (album). ... This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ... This article is about the US rock band. ... Lifehouse is an American rock band. ... Vertical Horizon is an American alternative rock band from Washington, D.C., United States, famous for the late 90s/early 00s popular hits Youre A God and Everything You Want. Their most current release is Go, which was released in 2003 and re-released in 2005. ... Switchfoot is a Grammy-nominated alternative rock band from San Diego, California, United States. ... Kelly Brianne Clarkson (born April 24, 1982) is an American pop rock singer, songwriter, and occasional actress. ... Justin Randall Timberlake (born January 31, 1981[1]), sometimes known as JT, is an American pop and R&B singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actor. ... Teddy Geiger (born John Theodore Teddy Geiger II on September 16, 1988) in Rochester, New York is an American singer-songwriter and occasional actor. ... This article is about the singer. ... Fuel is a rock band formed by guitarist/songwriter Carl Bell and bassist Jeff Abercrombie in 1989. ... For other persons of the same name, see Rob Thomas. ... Tonic is an American post-grunge rock band formed in 1993 by Emerson Hart, Jeff Russo, Dan Rothchild, and Kevin Shepard. ... Thornley can refer to: Thornley, Durham, County Durham, England Thornley, Weardale, County Durham, England Thornley, a Canadian rock band led by Ian Thornley. ... For the Florida band, see Dead Mens Theory. ... This article is about the rock band. ... This article is about the Irish rock band. ... // matchbox twenty (originally Matchbox 20) is a rock band from Orlando, Florida, who have sold in excess of 39 million albums worldwide. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ...

He has stated that his two music idols are Bon Jovi and Marc Cohn.^[1] The avante-garde composer Edgard Varese did not, unsurprisingly, make Geyer's final list. Bon Jovi is a hard rock band originating from Sayreville, New Jersey. ... Marc Cohn live in Saratoga Marc Cohn (born July 5, 1959 in Cleveland, Ohio) is an American singer-songwriter, best known for his song Walking in Memphis from his eponymous 1991 album Marc Cohn. ...

Personal Life

Geyer has dated Lisa Origliasso of pop rock duo The Veronicas since meeting her at the 2007 ARIA Awards. On April 28, 2008. They have now announced their engagement. Geyer is Christian, and is a virgin due to his religious beliefs.^[8] For other uses, see Pop rock (disambiguation). ... The Veronicas are an ARIA Award-winning Australian group led by identical twin sisters Lisa Marie Origliasso and Jessica Louise Origliasso. ... The 21st Annual Australian Recording Industry Association Music Awards (generally known as ARIA Music Awards or simply The ARIAS) will be held on October 28, 2007 at the Acer Arena at the Sydney Olympic Park complex, thus continuing the previous years innovation of televising the awards on Sunday evening. ... is the 118th day of the year (119th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2008 (MMVIII) is the current year, a leap year that started on Tuesday of the Anno Domini (or common era), in accordance with the Gregorian calendar. ... For other uses, see Christian (disambiguation). ... In Roman times, Vestal Virgins were strictly celibate or they were punished by death. ...

Australian Idol performances

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Awards

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References

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External links

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Contents

Early Life

Australian Idol

Post-Idol

Neighbours

Television roles

Discography

Albums

Singles

Musical influences

Personal Life

Australian Idol performances

Awards

References

External links

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Australian Idol

Post-Idol

Neighbours

Television roles

Discography

Albums

Singles

Musical influences

Personal Life

Australian Idol performances

Awards

References

External links

Early Life