The Crüxshadows (pronounced /ˈkruːʃædoʊz/) are an independent music group from Florida. Their sound is made up of a combination of moody male vocals, electric violin, guitar, and synth. Centered around vocalist and songwriter Rogue, the Crüxshadows blend 1980s inspired synth-pop and modern rock with poetic and introspective lyrics.
The band has enjoyed global popularity, releasing CDs worldwide and touring extensively throughout North America, Eu...
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The Crüxshadows (pronounced /ˈkruːʃædoʊz/) are an independent music group from Florida. Their sound is made up of a combination of moody male vocals, electric violin, guitar, and synth. Centered around vocalist and songwriter Rogue, the Crüxshadows blend 1980s inspired synth-pop and modern rock with poetic and introspective lyrics.
The band has enjoyed global popularity, releasing CDs worldwide and touring extensively throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.
For most of the band's career, they have been signed with Dancing Ferret Discs, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 2009 the band formed partnerships with several labels and distributors that allowed them to create their own imprint, Wishfire Records. Lyrically much of the Crüxshadows' music draws its influence and subject matter from mythology, religion, history, and dreams. Often referred to with the acronym CXS, their motto is Live Love Be Believe.
The band was originally formed in 1992 by Rogue, Sean Flanagan, and Tim...
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