Cactus Lee

For years Cactus Lee has quietly made records at a relentless pace, plugging along and playing out at local honky tonks in and around his hometown of Austin, Texas. A lifelong Texan, Dehan writes about the Armadillo World Headquarters, Lone Star beer, and Valentine, Texas. He sings of easy money, bad luck, and seeing spots. A historian as much a songwriter, Dehan pulls from music and country folklore to illuminate archetypes in his writing, often crafting melodic fever dreams that feel instantly familiar. What began as a home recording project for songwriter Kevin Dehan in 2019 quickly became a group with rotating members and pick-up bands along the way. The project has played New York and Los Angeles multiple times, as well as a Chicago residency as part of the Cosmic Country showcase. The new album, Lee's Dream will be released on vinyl February 21. A digital and retail release will follow on April 10, 2026.