Aaron Professor “Louie” Hurwitz- Multi-instrumentalist – Hammond organ/keyboards/accordion and exceptional vocalist. He was tagged Prof. Louie by The Band vocalist/bassist Rick Danko while performing together as a duo. Prof. Louie co-produced, engineered and performed on The Band’s last three CD’s, “Jericho”, “High On The Hog” and “Jubilation”. Other studio credits: Commander Cody, Graham Parker, Ireland’s Four Men and A Dog, New Riders, Guy Davis, Rick Danko, Garth Hudson, Mercury Rev. Recently, Louie made an instructional DVD for Homespun Tapes - “Rock & Blues Accordion”. Louie has toured in Novosibirsk, Siberia, Russia teaching students English through singing and performed with musical groups there. A documentary of his experiences “Woodstock-Siberia Blues Express” has been featured in the Woodstock Film Festival and The International Maine Film Festival. Early in his career, he was the pianist and organist for the The Mighty Gospel Giants Of Brooklyn.
MARIE SPINOSA -Miss Marie from Brooklyn, NY - singer/songwriter, pianist/percussionist had performed for many years in concert with her own groups in the tri-state area. Miss Marie toured the college circuit before moving to upstate NY. She has co-written many of the songs on Professor “Louie” & The Crowmatix releases. Miss Marie's strong vocals and percussion can be heard on varied recordings: “Deserter's Song" by Mercury Rev, “Jubilation" by The Band and also with Four Men & A Dog. Her soulful background vocals are featured on Rick Danko’s "Sip The Wine" single CD and also on Rick Danko’s "Times Like These” CD. Marie’s percussion can be heard on Garth Hudson’s CD “The Sea To The North”. Miss Marie has a solo CD with The Crowmatix entitled "Collection."
GARY BURKE has held an esteemed career as drummer for Bob Dylan, Graham Parker and many others & best known to the public for his long tenure on drums on over a dozen albums with Joe Jackson. Starting in 1983 with the release of the Top Ten Gold album “Body and Soul”, Gary continued on into the 90s with Joe in a mind-boggling mix of musical landscapes of gold, platinum and Grammy winning albums combined with many world tours and media profiles such as in Modern Drummer Magazine. Gary was the drummer and percussionist for The Radio City Music Hall Orchestra for four years during the 80’s.
FRANK CAMPBELL played bass with The Rick Danko, Levon Helm duo tours of the 70’s and early 80’s. From there, he moved on playing with Steve Forbert and later relocated to Austin, TX where he worked with Asleep At The Wheel for ten years in the studio and on the road. Frank moved back to The Woodstock area and teamed up with “Louie”.
JOSH COLOW – from Woodstock, New York - An in demand rhythm & blues guitarist, Josh has toured The United States and Europe with Jesse Winchester with his own groups and solo. Josh was signed to EMI Europe and had a 1 hit in Italy with his group TiPiCal in the ‘90’s. He has worked in the studio with Livingston Taylor, Artie Traum.
Professor Louie & The Crowmatix, Woodstock, NY..Professor Louie Hurwitz’s studio productions for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame group The Band, Rick Danko & Garth Hudson.
Professor Louie & The Crowmatix started touring and recording their own music in 2001. The group continues to perform in concert at premier theatres, clubs & festivals playing over 150 shows a year. They have six studio CD’s and two live recordings on The Woodstock Records label. Woodstock Records has just released their new CD Whispering Pines.
Professor Louie & the Crowmatix have the distinct honor of being the first artists to have a live concert recording released by The New York State Museum entitled “The Spirit Of Woodstock”. Their CD Century Of The Blues averaged 20 for six months on the Americana Radio Roots charts and their music has consistently stayed on these charts for the past eight years.
They have been featured artists on the syndicated radio shows Acoustic Cafe, The Mitch Albom Radio Show, Woodsongs Radio Hour, E-Town.
The Crowmatix appeared on the CBS Television Special Melodies Of Christmas performing their international award winning song “Melody Of Peace” collaborating with The Empire State Orchestra and Choir. Their musicianship has enabled them to cross over into different musical genres and perform in concert with Orchestras and Choirs.
Elmore Magazine… “The Crowmatix tour nationally and abroad and every concert gets better than the last.”
The Village Voice…“Professor Louie’s upstate ensemble is an Americana template that is timeless rock, country, blues and New Orleans influenced originals”. The Record Review…”This is a great band.”
PROFESSOR LOUIE & THE CROWMATIX's Friend Space (Top 20)
It’s been 40 years since The Band played at Woodstock, and nearly 33 years since their farewell concert, The Last Waltz. But while The Band may be long gone from the stage, The THE BAND Band is keeping their sound and spirit alive and well. They are as close as it gets to the real thing, authentically performing timeless classics such as "The Weight", "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down", and “Up On Cripple Creek” from The Band's legendary repertoire.
Saturday, October 31st at 8:00 p.m. Alchemy of Woodstock 297 Tinker Street, Woodstock, NY 12498 845-684-5068. (Hey Professor - bring you accordion!)
Visit our website to see our complete touring schedule.
Hi Professor Louie, It was an absolute treat having you as a guest on WHAT I LIKE. Many thanks from me and Radio Port Phillip. My "Blessings" to you. ...Peace & Respect Always... Jon Royle Australia
On September 22nd, 1969, The Band released their second album, known as "the brown album". It featured 12 songs, including "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, "Rag Mama Rag" and "Up on Cripple Creek" (which hit #25 on the charts, their highest-rated single). The album rose to #9 on the charts, and is highly ranked in every major poll of all-time Greatest Albums.
In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the release of "the brown album", The THE BAND Band presents The Brown Album Tour, playing the album in its entirety (followed by a selection of songs from other Band albums). Come on out and catch the show!
Sept. 6 - Towne Crier, Pawling, NY Sept. 23 - Toad's, New Haven, CT Oct. 10 – Endicott, Performing Arts Center, Endicott, NY Oct. 22 – Chan’s Eggroll and Jazz, Woonsocket, RI Oct. 23 – One Longfellow Square, Portland, ME Oct. 24 – Newport Blues, RI Nov. 28 – Turning Point, Piermont, NY
:-)Thank you so much for your comment,much appreciated! By the way,i'm epsilon9station of You Tube :) thanks for the reply to my video comments. Have a nice time! Peace always... Maria
Hey Professor, check out our latest Blog about 2009 Teacher Appreciation Day...hope you will participate in our celebration of learning and leave a comment about a teacher who made a difference in your life.
If you love and miss THE BAND, here's your chance to experience the next best thing! The THE BAND Band has been lauded by critics as being "as close as it gets to the real thing," performing timeless classics such as "The Weight", "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down", and “Up On Cripple Creek” from The Band's legendary repertoire.
Special birthday tribute to Richard Manuel!
Saturday, April 4th, 8:00 and 10:30 The Turning Point, Piermont, NY
Hi guys! :-) First i wanna thank a lot for the add! I'm portuguese (from Lisbon),but i live in Germany. Love all kinds of music,and i think you're a truly nice band with a stunning good energy :) It was nice to see your videos on You Tube,what a great team! I want to wish you all much success,luck and always gorgeous inspiration for your work!... Don't you want to come to Germany to make a tour here? I've never been to U.S.A. but my opinion is that american people are really joyful and friendly. All the best,much Peace and Friendship :) Maria
Hey guys, it’s Joe from L&J Entertainment. If you've been longing for the tasty grooves and funky love of The Dirk Quinn Band to return to NYC, your wait is over! The boys will be heading north at the end of February to perform a set at the legendary Bitter End on Saturday, the 28th.
These guys are hot off of some fantastic performances at the 8x10 in Baltimore and World Cafe' Live in Philadelphia and are firing on all cylinders. Be sure to check them out!!
Saturday, February 28th, 2009 The Bitter End 8 PM 147 Bleecker Street New York City NY 10012 Price: $10 __________________________________________________________
Pick up the self-titled debut album or the band's new "QuinnTet" CD now at CDBaby. com:
Hi Folks, Welcome! Many thanks for your friendship. Great songs, great music, classic stuff. My "Blessings" to you. ...Peace and Respect Always... Jon Royle Australia
Hey thanks a lot for the add, I saw you guys play the weekend before last in New York. It was the night there was almost a hurricane. You guys were great, I really loved Ain't No More Cane. All the best, Zak
