Artist description Inspired by many different artists and styles, when listening to the music of Crusade, one can hear a flavor of different styles including honky, push, eastern, cajun, and simply the "Crusade" sound. The band wants to introduce new ideas into the Polka industry that will make a lasting impression. Yet, at the same time the band wants to keep some of the songs and styles of its predecessors alive. With this concept the band hopes to encourage new listeners to "join the polka generation" yet keep the interest of those who have always loved polkas.

Music Style Polka

Musical Influences We have drawn great inspiration from our predecessors in the Polka field, in addition to incoporating elements from the Rock, R&B, Cajun, Opera, and Jazz genres.

Similar Artists We like to think of ourselves as having our own unique sound. Simply stated; we sound like us!

Artist History Crusade was formed in 1996 under the direction of lead-vocalist Eddie Biegaj. The band took the concept of "a new twist on an old tradition" in its selection of material, style of music, and performance on stage.

Group Members Matt Lewandowski - Drums & Vocals........................... Ed Biegaj - Lead Vocals, Accordion & Concertina....... Randy Krajewski - Accordion, Bass, & Vocals............. Jim Mackiewicz Jr. - Clarinet, Sax, Trumpet, & Vocals Brian Galuzny - Trumpet & Vocals

Instruments Drums, Accordion, Concertina, Keyboard, Bass, Trumpet, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Vocals

Albums A New Twist on an Old Tradition, In Your Face, Utopia, A Powerful Story, and Crusade's LATEST... Medleyitis - Be on the lookout for a new album in early 2001 featuring a plethora of brand new Crusade ORIGINALS

Location Toledo, OH - USA

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