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Garth Dean is relatively new to the music scene, considering that I have enhanced my persona in various parts of the world for a number of years. My fans and followers know me as Sonny Ives, as such I started my career a number of years ago as Brook Ford and the Victors. Working throughout the UK and Europe I was the Lead Singer. The band had a recording contract with EMI Records.

During the Nineteen Eighties I was a Manager of a Large East Coast Night Club for Bass North a large UK Brewery. Dealing with all aspects of managing the venue and entertainment including Live Acts.

After an eight year stint I had four years with UK Cable Television with the production of a series of Comedy Routine 8 Television Programmes called 'Stand-up Live'

Also during this period I entertained as one half of a Personality Male Vocal Duo called 'Midas Touch', working at various clubs and cabaret venues throughout the UK and Europe.

Then in 1993 I was Entertainment Manager at Barbacoa Central Euuropa, Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria. I was responsible for all aspects of Entertainment Management, ensuring customer care and satisfaction. Acting as Compare, singing and comedy routines and all associated duties to ensure the high profile of the venue.

After 12 years with Barbacoa I spent 2 years in the USA and 15 years in Asia, Entertaining.

I have now signed a Recording Contract with Soundblitz Records a UK Independent Record Label and as Garth Dean I am ready to continue my career wherever it takes me

Throughout my career I have shared the billing or supported many well know entertainers, here are just a few:-

Little and Large - Cannon and Ball - John Allison - Wayne Fontana - The Drifters

The Hollies - Shaun Williamson - Brian Pool and The Tremeloes - Freddie and The Dreamers

The Searchers - The Hollies

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