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| Background information | |
| Origin | Corvallis, Oregon |
| Years active | 1984-1999 |
| Members | Todd Duncan, Tim Tubb |
| Website | None known |
The Crazy 8's were a regional band from the Pacific Northwest of the United States, scoring several college radio chart hits ("Johnny Q.", "Law & Order") before disbanding sometime in the 1990s. The band garnered a cult following in college towns up and down the West Coast of the U.S., but were unable to make the transition to mainstream musical success.
History
The band formed their own label, "RedRum Records", to release their debut offering, "Law and Order". Constant touring in the Pacific Northwest won the band many fans .
The Crazy 8s were founded at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon in 1984. The group gained recognition mainly through airing on college radio, specifically KBVR FM.
Their first album, Law and Order, was released in 1983 and sold 6,000 copies in its first week, finally totalling 11,000 units sold. The album reached the top 20 on the Gavin Report during the year of its release, with the hit single Johnny Q.. They were selected to appear on Star Search as a novelty rock band, and received a top score of four stars. Afterwards, they were reviewed by TV Guide, who said that the lead singer, Todd Duncan, bore a striking resemblance to Alfred E. Neuman of MAD Magazine fame.
In 1984, the Crazy 8s opened for The Clash, Violent Femmes, and The English Beat. In 1985, they played with Red Hot Chili Peppers on their first tour. They were featured in the September 26 1985 issue of Rolling Stone magazine as one of the top 10 bands playing on college radio.
The Crazy 8s went on to make a total of six albums, including one live recording at the University of Oregon, which sold a total of over 100,000 units, an unusual achievement for an independent band.
Members
- Casey Shaar, keyboard
- Danny Schauffler, tenor saxophone, flute, keyboard
- Todd Duncan, lead vocals and alto saxophone
- Tim Tubb, trombone
- Ric Washington, drums
- Mike Regan, bass guitar
- Joe Johnson, tenor saxophone (original member)
- Mark Wanaka, guitar
- Carl Smith, percussion
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