Dennis Van Crash is a songwriter who channels his creative talents to bring people together to celebrate being young over fifty. Using introspective, topical, and memorable songs, Dennis reminds us, with a touch of humor, that we ain't dead yet.

“Dennis is not only a stellar musician and showman, but he is a genuine human being who has a positive, easygoing energy that makes working with him so collaborative and enjoyable. It is clear how much he cares about his craft, the venues he performs at, and his audiences which has helped him cultivate a dedicated cult-like following.”

– Gabe Pollack, Director of Performing Arts at The Cleveland Museum of Art

SHOW – Friday, November 14 at 8pm, Cebar’s Euclid Tavern. Dennis at 8pm, followed by Lex Moda and Brian Hager Band.

Videos

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About

Dennis has sung and played guitar for Vanity Crash, Queue Up, System 56, Verdanzen, and The Times. The bands have opened for artists including U2, The Stray Cats, Cindy Lauper, The New York Dolls, Poison, The Darkness, and Gogol Bordello, to name a few. Dennis is most proud of performing at Lolapollosa with his band Queue Up.

Dennis placed songs in the movies Kingsbury Run and Hellweek and wrote two musicals, Lysistrata and the hit at Cleveland Public Theatre, Shakespeare's Titus. Dennis served as musical director and guitarist for the musicals Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson.

Dennis has recorded and produced over 24 records.

Tour

Testimonials

“Seeing Dennis play live is always a fantastic sonic journey. His stage presence really draws you in, engaging the audience from his first note, with lyrics that stay in your head and choruses that make you want to sing along. And I have't even touched on his guitar playing. I am always blown away watching Dennis play guitar. Dennis can't be beat for an excellent night of music.”

– Shannon, Super Fan!

– Photo by Steve Mastroianni

“Dennis's creativity and talent have always shone brightly. Whether putting together a video, writing unique songs, or shredding guitar, these talents have made Dennis Van Crash one of my absolute favorites to see play out.”

– Jeff Reding, Executive Producer at VidMag Television

Photos

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All photos by Anastasia Pantsios unless noted otherwise.