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Crooked Roads
Americana / Folk Rock / Country

Next Show: Cafe Royale FREE! 9/19 @ 9pm



BERKELEY, California
United States

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Last Login:  11/12/2009
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   Crooked Roads: General Info
Member Since2/23/2006
Band Websitehttp://crookedroadsband.com
Band MembersChris Dingman
vocals, guitar
Rob McCloskey
bass
Peter Siegel
pedal steel, harmonica
Jeff Hanson
electric guitar, pedal steel
Norman Famous
drums, harmonies
Stefanie August
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 )
Sep 26 2009 8:00P
Chris Dingman solo @ Yellow Wood Coffee & Tea Alamo, California
Sep 27 2009 6:00P
Ace in the Hole Sebastopol, California
Oct 1 2009 9:30P
Kimo’s Bar & Penthouse Lounge San Francisco, California
Oct 10 2009 9:00P
Chris Dingman solo @ Asana Tea House Santa Cruz, California
Nov 5 2009 8:00P
Caffe Trieste--North Beach 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

Order Heartbreak Sampler through Paypal for $15, plus $2 for s&h, by clicking below.
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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

Ruby Jane



Oct 12 2009 4:59 AM

Ruby Jane Article in New York Times!!
http://mediadecoder.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/09/26/who-do-these-guys-think-they-are/
AND
Check out the new pictures and video! Let me know what you think!
Ruby Jane
True Margrit

True Margrit



Oct 10 2009 3:51 PM




Thanks for the add! The big announcement:

The new True Margrit CD - The Juggler's Progress - is now available for pre-order, along with t-shirts and artwork, photo and drumheads, as we get ready for our monthlong tour of the Great Northwest! Check it out here: http://bit.ly/7Cu8J

Look for us in Washington, Oregon and California between October 15 and November 15, when our tour wraps up with the big show at San Francisco's best rock club, Bottom of the Hill! For the complete show schedule, check here: http://bit.ly/1UgGqQ
FALABEATS " THE INSPIRATION " YA DIG ! 2

FALABEATS " THE INSPIRATION " YA DIG ! 2
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Oct 6 2009 12:07 AM

GET @ ME 4 TRACKS AND RATES . Send an email 4 snippets of more tracks




Faber Optimé

Faber Optimé



Sep 30 2009 5:23 AM

Click here to go to the Faber Optimé web site in a new tab/window.

Sorry for not having been in touch awhile - been rather busy!

Just wanted to say that your valued friendship continues to be appreciated.

Have you checked out my MySpace and www.faberoptime.com recently?
Oh and did you subscribe for my free (infrequent, no spam!) newsletter?

You might also enjoy watching some of my latest films:

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Take care and keep in touch.

Best,
Faber.

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

Mandolin Avenue

Mandolin  Avenue



Sep 30 2009 5:23 AM

Hey Chris, had a great time playing with y'all. Great to see you.
Ken
Rob Scallon

Rob Scallon



Aug 10 2009 11:51 PM

thank you!
and i wish i was going to be in the area soon, but its going to be a while unto i can tour

Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Jul 22 2009 6:12 AM

New pics, new videos and new tunes going up today! Let me know what you think! Sending some ATX (that's Austin Texas) love out to everyone.
Ruby Jane
Ruby Jane

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

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

Lauri Dacey



May 22 2009 6:19 AM

Just dropping by to listen to your music! I like your new page! Keep a smile!
toxic roque

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
The Synthetics

The Synthetics



Apr 25 2009 1:04 AM

Thanks for the add.
The Synthetics
Jeff Zittrain

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

jeanne c



Apr 10 2009 4:24 PM

welcome from jeanne
Them Slack Jawed Sons of Bitches

Them Slack Jawed Sons of Bitches



Mar 29 2009 2:00 AM

hell yeah!

slack jawed sons of bitches t-shirt
Jenna

Jenna



Mar 28 2009 5:16 PM

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

ARmIttIe WAshIngton



Mar 28 2009 4:12 AM

Thank you aswell!Have great weekend.
Natalie Kitty

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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9 Hazels

9 Hazels



Mar 1 2009 2:42 AM

I love the vocals on "Put Your faith In Me"!
SoundSafe

SoundSafe



Feb 27 2009 4:56 AM

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See you there and
Long Live Bay Area Music!
WINDJAMMER'S

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

toxic roque



Feb 15 2009 10:37 PM

whats up man just lettin you know i see you
Faber Optimé

Faber Optimé



Feb 9 2009 1:15 AM

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Good to have you as a friend!
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"Just a guy trying to make the world a better place.
"

The G-Men

The G-Men



Feb 10 2009 12:48 AM

Thanks for the add!
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