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The Dexateens Stay True to Punk and Country Rock

Adam Smith

Jackson Free Press | March 2, 2009

The band has been bringing its mix of loose, Stones-like swagger, punk energy and southern rock to music clubs throughout the southeast for more than 10 years. As they move into their second decade, the group is working to build on its history through regular shows and new recording projects.

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