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United States Saxsquatch has transitioned from a local street performer to a nationally recognized electronic music artist, known for his unique blend of saxophone melodies and a Bigfoot persona.
Saxsquatch was featured in Rolling Stone, highlighting his ascent from social media viral sensation to a touring musician with his unique blend of saxophone-playing and Bigfoot persona.
Saxsquatch performed on The Rock Boat, a five-day cruise festival, traveling from Miami to Belize and Honduras. During his stint on the ship, he befriended and jammed with headliners Walk the Moon.
Saxsquatch jammed with the band Walk the Moon during his performance on The Rock Boat festival.
Mitchell began uploading his Saxsquatch performances to YouTube in 2019, where his cover of Daft Punk's 'One More Time' went viral, contributing to his significant social media following.
His cover of 'You Don't Know Me' was featured on the television show Tosh.0, further increasing his public visibility.
By September 2020, Saxsquatch became one of the top solo artists on the Pollstar livestream charts, reflecting the considerable viewership of his online performances.
By early 2021, his 'Live From The Woods' performances became Facebook's top recurring music stream.
Saxsquatch collaborated with legendary musician John Oates to create an electronic dance music cover of Hall & Oates' 1982 song 'Maneater', which they live-streamed together.
Saxsquatch collaborated with Half an Orange on the single 'Moondance', which was subsequently featured in the video game Rocket League.
The collaborative single 'Moondance' by Saxsquatch and Half an Orange was featured in the popular video game Rocket League in 2021.
Saxsquatch appeared on episode six of 'That's My Jam', a television show hosted by comedian Jimmy Fallon, on January 31, 2022.
Saxsquatch works with visual artist Moe Angelo, who is known for creating visuals for Red Rocks, to enhance his live performances.
Saxsquatch incorporates visuals from artist Moe Angelo, who has done work for Red Rocks, into his live production.
Dean Mitchell played saxophone with The Marcus King Band until 2020 before focusing on his Saxsquatch project.
Dean Mitchell, known as Saxsquatch, is an American musician originally from Chapel Hill, North Carolina. His musical journey began after he was inspired by a saxophone solo in Foreigner’s song “Urgent” and acquired his first saxophone from a pawn shop. He started his career by busking on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill at the age of 12, developing his skills and passion for performance. His dedication to music led him to explore electronic soundscapes, combining live saxophone with programmed beats and loops, which would later define the Saxsquatch sound. Mitchell’s early experiences included sometimes performing without a permanent residence and even facing minor legal issues for unauthorized street performances, highlighting his commitment to his craft.
Saxsquatch gained significant online recognition starting in 2019 when his performances, featuring him in a Bigfoot costume playing cover versions of popular songs, began to go viral on YouTube. His cover of Daft Punk’s “One More Time” quickly became widely viewed, leading to an expansion of his social media following to over 3 million combined across various platforms. This online success soon translated into live performances, and he became one of the top solo artists on the Pollstar livestream charts by September 2020. His “Live From The Woods” series became Facebook’s top recurring music stream by early 2021, solidifying his presence in the digital music landscape.
Throughout his career, Saxsquatch has continuously evolved his live act, incorporating elaborate productions including laser shows and custom visuals from artists like Moe Angelo, known for work at Red Rocks. He embarked on the “Bigfoot Rave” tour in 2024 and followed it with the even more ambitious “Footprints Tour” in 2025, which saw 27 sold-out shows across the United States. Beyond entertainment, Saxsquatch engages in philanthropy, notably organizing “Cryptids with a Cause” in Chapel Hill, a free concert and food drive benefiting local communities. His music incorporates original compositions alongside a wide range of covers, showcasing his versatility as a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and electronic music artist. Mitchell aims to use his platform to create a positive and inclusive experience for his audience.
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