BBR Artist Spotlight: Jeff Crosby

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As the last full month of summer begins and warm sunny days turn into cooler nights, the quaint town of Challis, Idaho, which sits snug near the Sawtooth Mountains, prepares for an influx of music aficionados from all over the globe for the Braun Brothers Reunion Festival. Regarded as one of the state’s premier musical gatherings by both attendees and artists alike, the BBR is a family-friendly event that unites artists and fans in an unparalleled setting for three unforgettable, music-filled days. 

This year, the BBR will be held from August 8th-10th and will feature fifteen Americana, Texas, and Red Dirt artists including festival regular, Jeff Crosby. The Idaho native graciously took the time to share his thoughts on the festival, provide you with a list of some of his favorite state spots, and more!

You now live in Nashville, but were born and raised in Idaho; can you share some of your favorite places or things to do in your home state? 
I grew up in Valley County so I tend to head that way whenever I get back to Idaho. My brother and I grew up super close to a bunch of hot springs so we always make a point to go hit a few when we come home. One of my favorite drives is heading up to Yellowpine towards Warm Lake and hittin' all the hot springs along the way. Pack a couple road sodas and just take our sweet time. Second favorite would have to be the Stanley area. There's nowhere like it and it's just a great town and community. I love it up north in Sandpoint and Moscow too...Idaho's got so much to offer as far as the outdoors go. I'd recommend just hoppin in the car and gettin lost!

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​Being that you have now becomes a festival regular, what are you most looking forward to at the BBR this year? 
I'm a huge Steve Earle fan and pretty much love everything he's put out. I had "Shut Up and Die Like an Aviator" in my CD player in my car for a whole year when I was in high school. The whole lineup is just awesome this year though, I think its gonna be of the best years yet.

​Postcards from Magdalena was released in 2017. What's in store for you in terms of releasing new music and touring?
This summer, I'll be goin' out playin' guitar with Reckless Kelly as well as my band, so I'm busier than ever. It's been refreshing for me to hop on with those guys and just have fun and play guitar.

I just finished my 5th album in Portland, OR and Nashville, TN and am still working on a release date. This 5th album a big one for me - kind of a milestone - so I'm takin' my time putting it out and trying not to rush anything. I think it's got some of the most honest and introspective songs I've ever written and I am really lookin' forward to touring on it. Surely we'll be playin' a lot of the new songs at BBR.

I'll be all over the place this year! Keep an eye out for us and see ya in Challis!


​To stay up to date with Jeff Crosby visit his official website
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2019 Braun Brothers Reunion
Challis, Idaho
August 8-10th
​Purchase: 3 Day Pass $129.30
Purchase: 2 Day Pass Friday and Saturday ONLY
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The BBR is held rain or shine.
Tickets purchased online will be picked up at will call at the venue.
Tickets are Non-refundable.
Kids age 5 and under are free.
Kids age 6-12 are $15 a day and can ONLY be purchased at the front gate even if its sold out.
Kids age 13 and up pay full adult price.

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