Sugarcane Jane, lead by Anthony Crawford and Savana Lee from Loxley, Alabama — have
been America’s sweethearts from Alabama’s Gulf Coast for over a decade. Between them, they
have amassed a rich musical heritage working with such notables as Neil Young, Steve
Winwood, and Dwight Yoakam. The music they make together is simple and direct, rooted in
country and rock, and anchored by their sweet and soulful harmonies.
To know the couple’s roots is important in understanding the foundation of their incredible
story. Anthony’s musical career has lead him all over the world beginning at Opryland at the
age of eighteen to performing at the Grand Ole Opry with Roy Acuff, to being on tour with
Sonny James, Neil Young (The Shocking Pinks, The International Harvesters, The Electric
Band), Steve Winwood (Roll With It Tour), Vince Gill, and Dwight Yoakam. He's had
appearances on Hee Haw, Austin City Limits, Live Aid, Farm Aid, Showtime, the Late Show
with David Letterman, the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, the Today Show, Grammy Awards
Show, made music videos (Wonderin'-Neil Young, Gone-Dwight Yoakam), been in movies
(Heart of Gold-Neil Young, Neil Young Trunk Show, Blackhawk DVD). He's played on stage with
Paul McCartney with Neil Young at Hyde Park. He took the cover photo for Neil Young's
Chrome Dreams II album. His songs have been recorded by Steve Winwood, Dwight Yoakam,
Kenny Rogers, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Oak Ridge Boys, Lorrie Morgan, Billy Burnett,
Sawyer Brown, and others. He has earned an impressive double platinum, platinum, and six
gold albums (Vince Gill, Neil Young, Steve Winwood, Dwight Yoakam, Rosanne Cash, Lorrie
Morgan) for his contribution on rock and country luminaries.
"One of the liveliest, most engaging Americana CDs you're likely to hear this or any year."
Vintage Guitar Magazine
The last decade has been an intricate part of Anthony's ultimate direction. After marrying
musical partner Savana Lee and settling down in the rural southern Alabama town of Loxley, a
whole new perspective has emerged in their songwriting as well as touring life. They have
grown a loyal following and an all American brand of music completely original and homegrown
rooted from a southern spirit of the deep South.
“An album that deserves to be at the top of critics’ lists” - The Washington Times
Sugarcane Jane’s latest album, On a Mission, released February 23, 2024 by Admiral Bean
Records is highly anticipated and rightly so. This ten song joy ride traverses through several
roots genres (rock, country, gospel) while consistently delivering the melodic rhythms and
harmonies we have all grown to love. Their love for each other is evident throughout with hints
of struggle yet perseverance. Uplifting and inspiring, these two are no doubt “On a Mission”
and we are all the fortunate recipients of their incredible gifts.
“Bottom line: One of the best duos since Johnny and June” ~ Nancy Dunham, The
Washington Times
Check out videos for "Louisiana" and "Burn", both from 2024's "On a Mission" album:
