Meet the Band

Keith Dean is a 30 year veteran of stage and studio. He toured extensively as a road musician throughout the US and Europe, was a former lead guitarist for country artist Jason Aldean and blues artist EG Kight, and has shared stages with Little Big Town, Wild Rose, Winger, Confederate Railroad, The Tams, The Drifters and more. His skills as a lead guitarist have drawn crowds for many years. He is a published songwriter, owned and operated a successful music store, has instructed numerous students in guitar, and is founder of AdultGuitarLessons.com. Keith's talented lead guitar skills consistently blow audiences away, delivering scorching solos and melodic passages that showcase his masterful technique and deep musical knowledge. As BackBeat Boulevard's primary lead guitarist, Keith brings a level of professionalism and showmanship that comes from decades of performing at the highest levels. Whether he's crafting intricate melodic lines or unleashing face-melting solos that leave crowds cheering,, his dynamic stage presence and expert command of the instrument make him an essential driving force behind the band's signature sound. His signature vocal abilities also add another dimension to the band, contributing harmonies and occasional lead vocals that perfectly complement the group's diverse setlist. When not touring with "BackBeat Boulevard" he can be found performing in an acoustic duo show with Joey Thigpen (above), or as an in-demand "hired gun" with a number of regional acts.

A working musician since high school, Lanny Grammer has played drums and toured with bands such as High Tymes, Doc Holliday, Otis Redding, Jr., Stillwater, Wall of Rhythm, Rhythm Method, and The Dirty Hairy's. He has opened for bands such as Blue Oyster Cult, Blue's Traveler, Razzy Bailey, and many, many more. In addition to playing and singing, Lanny also teaches percussion/drum set from beginner to professional levels. He is well-versed in all musical genres, and is currently playing drums with BackBeat Boulevard, in addition to working as a popular freelance drummer with numerous local acts. His powerful, precision drumming drives the energy of every BackBeat Boulevard performance, combining rock-solid timekeeping with explosive fills and dynamic cymbal work that keeps the band locked in tight. Lanny's ability to read a room and adapt his playing style, from subtle brush work on ballads to thunderous backbeats on high-energy rockers—makes him an invaluable anchor for the band. His decades of experience across countless stages shine through in every performance, delivering the kind of professional, crowd-moving rhythm work that separates great bands from good ones.

Eddie Stone is a seasoned singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose soulful Hammond organ, piano, guitar work, and vocals have made him a standout in the Southern rock world. A Georgia native and founding member of the internationally recognized band Doc Holliday, Eddie toured major arenas across the U.S. and Europe, sharing stages with legendary acts such as Black Sabbath, The Outlaws, Gregg Allman, Stevie Ray Vaughan, April Wine, and Loverboy. With Doc Holliday, Eddie helped the band earn a strong following throughout Europe and Scandinavia, achieving multiple #1 records and numerous Top-10 singles across more than 20 album releases. His studio work extends to collaborations with artists including Grinderswitch, with whom he also toured. Eddie remains active in several influential Southern rock groups, including long-running roles with Stillwater and the hit '70s band Wet Willie, where he has performed for more than two decades. He also joins the Jimmy Hall Band on select shows. While Eddie's career spans guitar, songwriting, and extensive studio credits, his primary role in BackBeat Boulevard showcases his powerhouse musicianship on Hammond organ, piano, and vocals, bringing depth, energy, and decades of musical history to every performance.