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Crooked Roads
Americana / Folk Rock / Country

When I became a man, I put away childish things.



BERKELEY, California
United States

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Last Login:  7/10/2009
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   Crooked Roads: General Info
Member Since2/23/2006
Band Websitehttp://crookedroadsband.com
Band MembersChris Dingman
vocals, guitar
Rob McCloskey
bass, harmonies
Peter Siegel
pedal steel
Larry Otis
electric guitar, mandolin, dobro, harmonies
Matt Christ
drums, harmonies
InfluencesBob Dylan, Ryan Adams, Whiskeytown, The Beatles, Wilco, Hank Williams, REM, The Rolling Stones, Gram Parsons & The Flying Burrito Brothers, Willie Nelson, Van Morrison, Merle Haggard, George Harrison, Lyle Lovett, Tammy Wynette, Robert Earl Keen, Little Feat, Steely Dan, Billy Joe Shaver, Tom Waits, Dwight Yoakum, English Beat, Lightnin' Hopkins, Kris Kristofferson, Belle and Sebastian, Beck, Woody Guthrie
Sounds LikeRyan Adams, Merle Haggard, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, REM, George Harrison
Record LabelSelf-Released


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jun 27 2009 10:00A
San Ramon Farmer’s Market San Ramon, California
Jul 5 2009 5:00P
Silo’s @ Napa River Inn Napa, California
Jul 16 2009 8:00P
Caffe Trieste: North Beach Location San Francisco, California
Jul 30 2009 4:00P
San Rafael Farmer’s Market: Main Stage on San Pablo Ave. San Rafael, California
Aug 14 2009 8:00P
Connecticut Yankee San Francisco, California
Aug 15 2009 9:00P
Bobby G’s Pizzeria Berkeley, California
Aug 19 2009 7:00P
San Mateo Fair San Mateo, California
Aug 27 2009 4:00P
San Rafael Farmer’s Market: 4th & Cijos Stage San Rafael, California
Sep 19 2009 8:00P
Cafe Royale San Francisco, California

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   About Crooked Roads
Crooked Roads
What if John Prine had joined The Beatles?


Praise for Crooked Roads' second CD, Heartbreak Sampler
"Superlative lyrical angst and heartbreak."
—Americana-uk
"Every melody sticks in your mind."
—CountryHome
"The lyrics are... a literary tour de force."
—Rootstime.be
"Strikes the nerve... with absolute authenticity."
—Home-of-rock.de
"An emotionally powerful piece."
—Highbias.com
"Dingman is at the peak of his game."
—Hickswithsticks.com
"Manage[s] to satisfyingly apply a pop sensibility to admirably honest writing."
—Popmatters.com

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Download Songs from Put Your Faith in Me or buy the CD here: www.putyourfaithinme.com

Or Order Any CD Through CDBaby below:

CROOKED ROADS: Love, Again


CROOKED ROADS: Heartbreak Sampler


CROOKED ROADS: Put Your Faith In Me



"Talkin' Right Wing Politician Blues" Video:


(band photos by Elizabeth King, others by Chris)

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Ruby Jane





Jun 16 2009 5:49 AM

Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane.To those who don't know me, I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too!
Ruby Jane
The Michael Paul Band





May 28 2009 8:35 AM

Thank you for the add! We hope you are having a safe and FUN holiday weekend! Check us out if you get a chance!

Our official website and Our Official Myspace


We don't just play music - we put on a show!  Who says Country Music doesn't Rock? 
Lauri





May 22 2009 6:19 AM

Just dropping by to listen to your music! I like your new page! Keep a smile!
BELL ROOFING COMPANY





May 9 2009 2:56 AM

Thanks for the add...

Ed Bell
Bell Roofing Company
Sacramento
toxic roque





May 2 2009 9:07 PM

aye im sorry i wont be able to make it i had some pretty good ideas on remixung some bob make it hip-hop thankx for the offer and please think of me next time theres a venue u think i could fit into i also have some alternitive rap wit some ozzy samples like electric funeral and sweetleaf
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Apr 25 2009 1:04 AM

Thanks for the add.
The Synthetics
Jeff Zittrain





Apr 15 2009 9:54 AM

Hi TR: Thanks for the props! It was a really fun night and cool to sit in with Crooked Roads - talk to you soon!

Jeff
Jeanne





Apr 10 2009 4:24 PM

welcome from jeanne
Them Slack Jawed Sons of Bitches





Mar 29 2009 2:00 AM

hell yeah!

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Jenna Lavoie





Mar 28 2009 5:16 PM

looking forward to playing with you on 4/22!!
Ms.Armittie





Mar 28 2009 4:12 AM

Thank you aswell!Have great weekend.
Natalie Kitty





Mar 16 2009 7:00 AM

Heya... long lost tutor. I graduated from Cal already :)
How is the music going??

I just posted pix and new track! Plz check them out and lemme know what you think! Thanx!!
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Mar 1 2009 4:06 AM

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Mar 1 2009 2:42 AM

I love the vocals on "Put Your faith In Me"!
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Feb 27 2009 4:56 AM

Hi Crooked roads! SoundSafe loves you! Please make a local music profile
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See you there and
Long Live Bay Area Music!
WINDJAMMER'S





Feb 23 2009 6:37 AM

Hello
many thanks from France
for the add it's a real pleasure
to be in the lot of your friends
it's a nice day for us
Long life at your and our music

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toxic roque





Feb 15 2009 10:37 PM

whats up man just lettin you know i see you
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Feb 9 2009 1:15 AM

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"Just a guy trying to make the world a better place.
"

The G-Men





Feb 10 2009 12:48 AM

Thanks for the add!
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Jan 24 2009 8:00 PM


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Jan 24 2009 8:00 PM

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Jan 5 2009 2:10 AM

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