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**Bio: Don & Dewey** Don & Dewey were an American rock and roll duo formed by Don "Sugarcane" Harris and Dewey Terry, both hailing from Pasadena, California. Dewey Terry was a founding member of a group called The Squires in 1954 while still in high school. He later teamed up with Don Bowman, who would change his name to Harris. The Squires released a record in 1955 on the Los Angeles-based label Dig This Record, but the group disbanded in 1957, although Don and Dewey continued their partnership. They signed with Art Rupe's Specialty Records label later that year, producing rock and roll music for the next two years. Both musicians played guitar, with Dewey also on keyboards, and Don occasionally showcased his skill on the electric violin, earning the nickname "Sugarcane" Harris. Renowned drummer Earl Palmer frequently contributed to their sessions. While Don and Dewey did not achieve hits themselves, they wrote and recorded several songs that became popular when performed by other artists. Notably, "I'm Leaving It Up to You" reached #1 for Dale & Grace in 1963, and "Farmer John" hit #19 for The Premiers in 1964 after being covered by The Searchers. Their songs "Koko Joe," "Justine," and "Big Boy Pete" were staples for The Righteous Brothers, who were influenced by Don and Dewey's early act

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