Anthony Crawford with Savana Lee

Anthony Crawford, veteran songwriter and multi-instrumentalist best known for extensive touring and recording with Neil Young's bands including the Shocking Pinks, the International Harvesters, the Electric Band, and appearing on Young’s Grammy-winning album Prairie Wind.

During that era Crawford also toured extensively with singer-songwriter Nicolette Larson.

He's long been part of the extended Americana songwriter community, collaborating over the years with artists including Steve Winwood, Dwight Yoakam, Vince Gill, Tanya Tuckers, Rodney Crowell, and Steve Forbert, Eddie Rabbitt and more.

Crawford's own compositions have been recorded by numerous prominent artists across country, rock and Americana genres solidifying his status as a sought-after Nashville songwriter. 

In addition to his sideman roles, Crawford has pursued a solo career, releasing his self-titled debut album in 1993 on Rounder Records, which showcased his folk-pop style influenced by his session experiences. Through the duo Sugarcane Jane with his wife Savana Lee—they've released over ten albums together as of 2024, including On a Mission (2023)—and as a member of the supergroup Willie Sugarcapps

Crawford's television appearances include Hee Haw, The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and the Grammy Awards, while he has contributed to music videos for Young, Yoakam, and his own work, as well as films like Blackhawk.

Since the early 2010s, he has resided in Loxley, Alabama, where he owns and operates Admiral Bean Studio, producing records for national acts and focusing on family life alongside his ongoing musical endeavors.

Currently Crawford performs with his wife and musical partner Savana Lee.

Catch them while you can in this intimate evening of songs and stories shaped by decades on the road in Reno's hidden gem listening room tucked away inside Mountain Music Parlor.

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