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Crawpuppies are a pop rock original/cover band out of Northwest Indiana.

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Hometown	Hobart, IN
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Band Members	Chad Clifford (Singer), Aaron Hedges (bass), Mike ... » more
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Upcoming Shows	None

Contact Information:	Manager Aaron Hedges bravobass@aol.com 1-219-644-7668
# Years Experience Performing Live:	15
# Live Perfomances Past Six-months:	50
Market Draw:	Home Market: 251-300
Venue History:	METRO - Chicago, IL Double Door - Chicago, IL The Note - Chicago, IL Star Plaza Theatre - Merrillville, IN Aragon Ballroom - Chicago, IL Murat Centre - Indianapolis, IN Madam Carroll - Monticello, IN Duffy's - Valparaiso, IN County Line Apple Orchard - Hobart, IN Growlers on Highway - Highland, IN Horseshoe Casino Hammond - Hammond, IN The Quest - Schererville, IN Jalapenos - Schererville, IN Blue Chip Casino - Michigan City, IN Back Court Bar - Crown Point, IN Mikko Live - Kinder, LA Birdy's Live - Indianapolis, IN Popcorn Festival - Valparaiso, IN Hobart Jaycees Festival - Hobart, IN Wicker Memorial Park - Highland, IN St. Bridget - Hobart, IN Hammond Festival of the Lakes - Hammond, IN Mr. G's - Osceola, IN Balmoral Park Racetrack - Crete, IL Wild Bull - Kalamazoo, MI St. Marys - Griffith, IN Lakefront Festival - Hobart, IN 115 Bourbon Street - Merrionette Park, IL DC's Country Junction - Lowell, IN Mint Springs USA - Tiline, KY Dyer Hometown Festival - Dyer, IN Oaklawn Summer Concert Series - Oaklawn, IL Oaklawn Fall on the Greens - Oak Lawn, IL Taltree Arboretum - Valparaiso, IN The Sand Bar - Knox, IN Sunset Lounge - Portage, IN Buddy and Pals - Crown Point, IN Buddy's Pals - Schererville, IN Buddy and Pals - Winfield, IN Jellystone Resort - Portage, IN Coffee Creek Amphitheater - Chesterton, IN Jim Beam Warehouse - Valparaiso, IN Fast Eddys - Evansville, IN The Wooden Nickel - North Judson, IN Maloney's Pub - Merrillville, IN J.J. Kelly's - Lansing, IL Morgans - Mokena, IL Saint Thomas Moore Festival - Munster, IN Metropolis Summer Concert Series - Plainfield, IN Tamarack Beach - Ogden Dunes, IN Lake County Fair - Crown Point, IN The New Copper Penny - Carbondale, IL SPIN - Indianapolis/Broadripple, IN Sam Maguire's irish Pub - Orland Park, IL Hooligans - Chesterton, IN Durty Nellies - Palatine, IL Corkers - Highland, IN Cronies - Kouts, IN Colosseum - Mokena, IL St. Edwards Festival - Lowell, IN The Lodge at Four Lakes resort - Lilse, IL Drink - Chicago, IL Silvie's - Chicago, IL House of Blues - Chicago - Chicago, IL Pioneer Tap - Hammond, IN
Opener Experience:	Blues Traveler; Live; Hanson; Rooney; John Waite; Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers; Everclear; Sponge; Stroke 9; Counting Crows
Similar Artists:	Beatles; Oasis; Live
Performing Rights Society:	N/A
Discography:	World's Much Bogger LP—2009; Peaceful Amnesty LP—2004

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The Crawpuppies are a band out of Northwest Indiana and have been in existence since 1995 with 3 of the 4 original founding members. Their critically acclaimed cd's, "Peaceful Amnesty" in 2004 and " World's Much Bigger" in 2009 have earned them a...

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“Shout It Out with HANSON” Music Competition

Shout It Out with HANSON: Indianapolis, IN Winner, June 2010

Top 10 in Acoustic, August 2012

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Crawpuppies have released their long awaited album called "World's Much Bigger". They have completely astounded music lovers everywhere. Compiling 14 beautifully arranged tracks, Crawpuppies takes us on a musical journey. The production and instrumentation on "Worlds Much Bigger", have been masterfully presented throughout the entire album. Lyrics are absolutely brilliant, giving the songwriting skills a stage to shine. Chad Clifford and Mike Curtis have nailed the vocals, with Aaron Hedges and Chris Karp joining in on backup vocals, they just couldn't do any better. This entire album will take you away to another place in time. A time when music was about honest to goodness talent and expertise. Each song has a polished feel, leaving you with the urge to play them again and again. We thought that the previously released "Peacefull Amnesty" was exceptional, but Crawpuppies have shown us how much experience and growth they have taken under their belts with "World's Much Bigger". This is definitely one of my personal favorites this year. Though it was a difficult task, these are the 3 tracks I have singled out from this album: 1) I Wanna Know This is a guitar lead rock tune will have your feet tapping and head bopping! I loved the lyrics and vocals in this track. The instrumentation is well thought out and meticulously delivered. It touches on life moments that we the listeners can all relate to. It is a hard hitting rock track filled with wonderful vocal surprises. Love the owww! 2) World's Much Bigger The title track called World's much bigger opens with electric guitar hailing the arrival of a brilliant song. It delivers some guitars riffs that will leave you weak at the knees. Between the lyrics and the hard hitting vocals they capture your attention and keep it! Crawpuppies are setting themselves up as a Band to remember!! 3) Owe It All To You This song has a British invasion 60's feel. Harmonies are perfection! This is definitely old school pop/rock. The instrumentation is well tailored to the songwriting, which again is exceptional. The vocals are delivered with such a high level of expertise, it opens the heart and speaks to our soul. It is nice to hear some honest to goodness songwriting that speaks about life, love and feelings. I love this track. It has an honesty. **** Honorable mention ***** 3 Little Things This Crawpuppies song has a real Blues/Rock feel. It will make you close your eyes and breathe through the music. Instrumentation once again has surpassed expectations. The vocals are absolutely gorgeous! You will be fast to relate to the lyrics and be completely bought in. Signed Sealed and Delivered! *** I have to say that I am impressed with this entire album. It is a complete knockout!! Crawpuppies will make you want to scream like you did with The Beatles. Get your heart pumping today.. get this album!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's been too long since we had a Band that got our blood flowing. Crawpuppies - World's Much Bigger does that, double fold!!! If you liked The Beatles, Kinks, Herman's Hermits, your going to LOVE this album. World's Much Bigger has something for everyone. From hard hitting Rock to Pop and back into heartfelt Ballads. This is definitely the "GO"! That's just how I see it Yours in the music Wendy Shashona McCall Indie Showcase www.indieshowcase.net

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Crawpuppies Rule Chicagoland by Jeffrey Popka - Chicago Music Examiner
The alt rock/rock/power pop quartet, the Crawpuppies may not only be Chicagolands most talented bands; they are surely one of the hardest working. This coming summer these Hobart, IN based rock-n-roll veterans have already booked over 30 gigs. If you have not witnessed their talent yet, then shame on you. Tonight with Counting Crows The heavily Beatle influenced Crawpuppies play Chicago's House of Blues tonight (Thu, April 21), opening for Southern California greats Counting Crows. Train Company is also in the lineup. This show, however, is (not surprisingly) sold out. But, you may catch the Crawpuppies on Fri, April 22nd at Reggie's Rock Club which is located downtown Chicago. More details are provided below. More Windy City gigs If the above shows are a little too short notice there are a couple more upcoming big city performances you can catch. The Crawpuppies will be at Goose Island in Wrigleyville at the end of May. The foursome will also be playing Chicago's Mayne Stage for a PBS special. However, you can catch them pretty well in any given weekend in Indiana and the burbs. The Northwest Indiana rockers began this journey in 1995, making only one lineup change in their consistent history. You may look high and low for tighter musicianship and you will not find it. The beyond solid lineup includes: Chad Clifford (vocals/acoustic guitar), Aaron Hedges (bass), Chris Karp (drums) and Mike Curtis (lead guitar). Advertisement Moving up the charts The Crawpuppies can be found at their Reverb Nation site where currently they rank #5 on Chicago's rock charts. Three of the four stellar bands in front of them include Chevelle,The Steepwater Band and Poi Dog Pondering. While slightly ranked behind these three great acts the Crawpuppies are comfortably ahead of notable performers such as Soil and Umphrey's McGee. Obviously folks, the Crawpuppies are the real deal and highly recommended is their full length cd "World's Much Bigger". Emerging Indie Artist Since the legendary act Counting Crows are mentioned in this article, there is another Southern California band worth checking out. Soup hails from Oceanside, California and has been nominated in two categories for the 2011 Los Angeles Music Awards. A definite retro vibe emanates from this grit rock foursome. In fact, some say you can hear the legendary Jim Morrison being channeled in lead singer Jonathan Fleig's vocals; specifically in their song "Cope". Crawpuppies at Reggie's Rock Club Details: Fri, April 22, 17 and older show, performing with: Sam Sinclair Trio, Flapjacks, Mike Gallagher and ZZAJE. Reggie's is located at 2109 State St, Chicago, IL Show begins at 9pm Continue reading on Examiner.com: Crawpuppies rule Chicagoland - Chicago Music | Examiner.com http://www.examiner.com/music-in-chicago/crawpuppies-rule-chicagoland#ixzz1KndND2qk

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