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Richard Crafton: Biography

Richard Crafton

Richard Crafton is a gifted musician and prolific song writer  that has recorded several CD s that are available at CD Baby.com. He is greatly influenced by the music and art of OLD-WORLD customs. His writing is very insightful and thoughtful. Richard thoughts on the banjo, that he dearly loves to play. 

“The banjo is a amazing axe for bluegrass , but why has no one realized it's a funk box! I am finished a CD titled "The Biz of Life and no matter how pretty the Lyric , the banjo makes it a comedy.....the coolest thing I have come across in Years....I hope You enjoy it . You are welcome to download the songs from this site .....Thanks...Richard”

Richard Crafton         richardfcrafton@gmail.com

Marion Stanley

Marion Stanley is also a very gifted musician and prolific song writer. He is just as comfortable on the bass guitar as he is on the acoustic guitar. And Marion’s back up vocals greatly enhance Richard’s lyrics.  

Marion Stanley          marionstanleymusician@gmail.com 

Jamie Wilson

Jamie Wilson, the newest member to Color Light Theory. He moved to Baltimore in 1972 from Portsmouth, Virginia to attend the Maryland Institute-College of Art receiving a BFA degree in 1977. He  has played a wide variety of music in the Baltimore / Washington area for over thirty two years, R&B, soul, traditional American, Punk and Irish. Read “About this new drummer guy”  in our NEWS page May 28, 2011.

 Jamie Wilson          birdhousestudios@mac.com

 for additional information on Jamie Wilson visit http://www.birdhousestudios.com

Visit Jamie Wilson's CD BABY Store for his past recordings!

Richard and Ross

Richard Crafton and Ross Holtz are Artist/Musicians that have recorded several CD s that are available at CD Baby.com. In addition, they have created a line of Aromatic Products based on World Cultures since Antiquity. "Ross and I are greatly influenced by the music and art of OLD-WORLD customs. By listening to our music and trying our products we are inviting you into this world, we hope you enjoy yourselves!"

Ross Holtz

Ross Holtz is an artist/musician from Baltimore.
As an artist, his work includes oil and acrylic on canvas, linoleum prints and photographs. He also executes wall treatments in homes & retail venues, including faux marble, murals, and hand~applied finishes.
As a musician, he plays guitar and various percussion instruments, including Tabla, Udu and Congas.
His ten year association with Richard has produced numerous CDs and retail environments. Their "Top~to~Bottom" treatment in homes creates a total atmosphere encompassing rugs, texture, wall treatments and art.

Special Thanks to:

Richard Crafton, Ross Holtz, Matthew Crafton Laura Crafton, Mariko Crafton Dustin Crafton, Lanie Hurwitz and Famila, Leo McLaughlin, Nancy Stagnitta, Ian Hesfond, Jay Dulaney, Tony Defonte, Terry Battle, Ron Capp, Tom Parker, Terry Wolf, Abby Fisher, Deanna Nikaido, Marion Stanley, David Bolinger, Brian Silber, Nataska Hummingbird, Joe Conway, Tim Anderson, Stanford Lessans, TaraCariaso, Titina Krasnodemski Sarah Kendall, Erica Yates and many more.

The best way to explain and define myself is to express my deep gratitude to all the people who have given me their time and talent, the list is seemingly endless and I am humbled and honored to be with such great folks. Also want to thank my direct family.This life has taught me well.

- Solo CDs

Some of these CDs mention no musicians credits. That's because I'm playing all the instruments; Drums, Bass, Guitar, harmonica, Piano, etc. If you like, I could make up strange names and put them in as credits. I don't want to embaress anyone who doesn't exist. If You feel its a good track, e-mail me! I will tell everyone that You played it !!!

 

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