Professor Louie & The Crowmatix
Join us for a fun & powerful night of roots-infused rock and blues with Professor Louie & The Crowmatix, a Grammy-nominated band hailed as “Roots Music Royalty” by Bill Hurley of Extended Play Sessions. With deep ties to The Band and a musical style that blends rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, blues, and folk, this Woodstock, NY powerhouse brings decades of experience and soul to every performance.
Fronted by Professor Louie—vocalist, keyboardist, accordionist, and longtime collaborator with The Band—the group has released 18 acclaimed albums, including their 2025 release on Woodstock Records, Crowin’ Around, played on over 180 radio stations across the country.
The group continues to expand the boundaries of Americana and blues. Their dynamic shows feature crowd favorites from their original catalog, hits Louie co-produced with The Band (including “Atlantic City” and “Blind Willie McTell”), and songs steeped in the rich tradition of American roots music.
The Crowmatix lineup includes bassist Frank Campbell, guitarist Todd Mihan, and drummer Dan Hickey—a seasoned ensemble with heart, groove, and tight musical chemistry. Their live performances are known for their storytelling, warmth, and a vibrant sound that brings audiences to their feet.
With recent releases climbing the roots and blues radio charts, and festival appearances across North America and Canada, Professor Louie & The Crowmatix are not just keeping the spirit of American roots music alive—they’re evolving it.
Come experience a band with deep musical roots, unmatched live energy, and a timeless connection to the very heart of rock and Americana.
Fronted by Professor Louie—vocalist, keyboardist, accordionist, and longtime collaborator with The Band, Commander Cody, Guy Davis, Graham Parker, Garth Hudson, and Rick Danko.
Professor Louie and The Crowmatix have been inducted in The New York State Blues Hall of Fame and hold a permanent place in The Canada South Blues Museum. Professor Louie is a recipient of The Robert H. Chambers Award for Excellence in the Traditional Arts from Common Ground on the Hill in MD.
Tune into Professor Louie’s Woodstock Rockin’ Revue every Saturday evening 5–7 PM on WKZE 98.1.