Mr. Crumb
Long Beach, California, United States | SELF
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His playing is amazing and he knows the sound he wanted to display on this disc and showcased all of it. Overall the disc is good and anyone who is a fan of Nick Cave - examiner
Every now and then, DiPiazza's features an artist that dazzles. Mr. Crumb, a.k.a. Christopher Caplan, is one of those whose talents blend eclectic groups of song genres, presenting them with cohesive charm. His core style is a gypsy, jazzy-acoustic swing augmented by indie instrumentation. Dig the use of xylophones and tinny pianos that complement Caplan's raspy, semi-woeful howl - OC Weekly
Though there are lots of good bands on this bill, part of a summer series, we want to talk about Mr. Crumb. This indie/folk artist is remarkably capable of using melancholy and angst to subtly pay homage to such icons as Elliott Smith and Modest Mouse without blatantly ripping them off. Mr. Crumb's music features a unique core of musicality and revolves around a grouping of unusual, bendy-guitar leads combined with unexpected found instruments and psychedelic pedal effects. - Oc Weekly
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Fun with Vension
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Bio
What started as a childhood nickname due to a blatant disregard for table etiquette, Mr. Crumb, aka Christopher Crumb has evolved into one of todays most innovative songwriters. Currently residing in Los Angeles, Mr. Crumb sets a new bar for creating head-sticking melodies while embracing a wide spectrum of genres including rock, folk, jazz, and even classical. Underneath the diverse nature of Mr. Crumb's Catalog, lies conforming warmth that ties together his uplifting, recognizable sound.
In June 2012, Mr. Crumb's first full-length studio album, Fun with Venison, was released. The album featured a vast cornucopia of innovation with an enigmatic interpretation of song. Fun with Venison's profound artistic statement guides its listeners through a musical journey that demands the attention of true music connoisseurs. Early critics have described fun with venison as a captivating listen, where each song takes through a whole new inception of story and imagination. The catchy melodies of Where have you Been, Here's to new beginnings, and Insane have been noted by many to get stuck in your head after just one listen.
Mr. Crumb is currently performing among the Los Angeles circuit and weekend touring all over the west coast. The live show consist of Crumb using an elaborate looping station, doing all his own harmonies and bass lines, he truly shocks and captivates the audience by building his songs from scratch while offering a different interpretation of his work. Mr. Crumb has future plans of bringing in more players for the live show to help enhance the creative nature of his shows.
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