Steve plays with a variety of rythm sections, nationwide. In and around Denver, he performs with a number of great drummers. Including, Rob Fiorino, Phil Bassist, Matt Amundsen, Jeff Weidert, Mike Ray, Jeff Kennison and Jimmy Yozel.
In the bass guitar arena there is Lou Scmitt, Dave Foret, Jeff Andrews, Brian Hornbuckle, and Dave Randon.
On keyboards. Occasionally, George Van Campen lays down a fine B3 w/leslie speaker.
Acoustic performance. The music world lost a great man in Steve's acoustic pickin' partner. Joe Giebler was a best friend and a great guitar player. He was killed in a motorcycle accident Sept. 30th 2007. He will be missed daily.
On a lighter note, Steve also performs in acoustic dou with other great talents as Michael Hornbuckle and Steve Manshel (former guitar player for Firefall).
Influences
Albert King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Freddy king, Clapton, Vince Converse, Michael Hornbuckle, John mayer, Derrick Trucks, James taylor, Joe giebler, Cyndi Gutowski, Hendrix, Johnny Winter, my folks, my fans.
ABOUT STEVE CRENSHAW
AN ACOMPLISHED MUSICIAN
Steve Crenshaw, a guitar virtuoso, one of the most gifted and accomplished guitarist in the nation. His playing style is reminiscent of other blues masters such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton. Steve’s inspiring performance, electric or acoustic, incorporates a set list from a magnitude of classic blues artists and artists of today, including; Freddie King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Buddy Guy, Eric Clapton, Kenny Wayne Shephard, and Earl King, just to name a few.
What’s more and enjoyed most by fans is Steve’s own original music. His new cd Airplane promises listeners a fresh look into Steve’s song writing and arranging. Enlisting the help of producer and an amazing guitar player himself, Phil Brown helps launch Crenshaw out of his comfort zone into creative expression. Phil has worked with a long list of who’s who in his lengthy career. You can read all about him and The Apaches of Paris band at www.philbrownguitar.com .
Electric or acoustic, Steve Crenshaw complimented by his soulful vocals delivers a charismatic performance, is extremely entertaining and has captivated a variety of audiences and loyal fans.
Steve has shared the stage with national acts including, The Doobie Brothers, Creedance Clear Water Revisited, Lynard Skynard, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Shemikia Copeland, Blue Oyseter Cult, Johnny Lang, Brian Lee(currently on the road with Kenny Wayne Shepherd), Tab Benoit, Papa Chubby, Tinsley Ellis, Firefall, Chris Duarte Group, and Hazel Miller.
Steve also toured the nation with world renowned “Ragin Cajun” fiddler Doug Kershaw. His tenure was highlighted by a performance for the Inauguration Ceremony of Governor Kathleen Blanco, in January of 2004. In 1998, Harley Davidson Motorcycle Company, featured Steve Crenshaw on their 95th Anniversary parts and accessories promotional video. This video is included with every new bike purchase world wide.
Steve’s unique style and mastery is recognized with an endorsement by G&L Guitars, a company started by the legendary guitar designer, Leo Fender. Steve tours the country giving guitar clinics, demonstrating these fine guitars and sharing his knowledge of technique and style.
Steve Crenshaw is one of Denver’s greatest guitarists, a local legend, championed by Rick Lewis and Michael Floorwax of 103.5 The Fox, a chosen local performer sought out to open for national acts at Red Rocks Amphitheater and other venues through out Denver.
Steve has performed at Empire Blues Fest, Evergreen evening in the park, Peoples Fair, featured on Public Television, special guest with Michael Hornbuckle on channel 9 News, Cu/Csu game at Mile Hi Stadium boasting a modest crowd of 70,000. The list goes on and on.
Hey Steve. . .just stopping by to say hi and send you all best wishes. Hope all is well with you and your family. . .take care and all the best to you.
Roadhouse Joe rocks one of Denver's hottest clubs. Come hang with us on Broadway for some hard blues and full tilt boogie.
Wed, May 20, 2009, 7:30 pm Herman's Hideaway, 1578 South Broadway, Denver, Colorado
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The Roadhouse Joe Blues Band rocks the Blues, Brews and BBQ event in Northglenn.
The name says it all! Great blues, frosty brews, and fantastic BBQ on a sunny Sunday afternoon in Denver. Roadhouse Joe will be kickin' things up a notch, doncha know. Good times, baby! Cruise up I-25 to 120th and take a right. You'll hear the juke joint and smell the ribs just around the corner.
Thanks again for the add! We really would love to have you and your group down for a free haircut this month if you have time. As an active element of our neighborhood's scene, we will host local bands on our website and allow you to blog and post up show dates… Its not done but we will let you know when!
~ Leon
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The Roadhouse Joe Blues Band takes the stage at the blues mecca of Denver. Ziggies is Colorado's oldest blues room, with decades of blues icons passing through its doors and laying down chops on its stage. This place oozes cool.
The Penniless Tune, a great eclectic Alt-Folk-Blues band from Amarillo TX opens the show at 8:00pm with no cover charge.
Roadhouse Joe is selecting this show to bust out some great new material. Don't miss it!
Ziggies 4923 W. 38th Avenue, Denver, CO, USA Friday June 5, 9:00pm, $5 cover charge.
On Sunday morning Roadhouse Joe will be appearing at the ParkerFest farmers market in Old Town Parker. We start cranking out the Hard Blues & Full Tilt Boogie at 10am. So pile the kids into the family wagon and head down to Parker for coffee, turnips, and great blues.
Thanks for digging me up on this thing, old friend. You're truly one of the greats, but I saw that coming fifteen years ago! Let's kill an audience together some time.
Just wanted to say thanks for the opportunity to play with you, Jasco, and bassist extraordinaire Larry Elwood last night at The Walnut Room. . .that was a ton o' fun! You sounded terrific, Steve. Thanks again. Mike