Crystal Bowersox w/Luke DeRoy at The Iron Horse on Monday, September 22 2025

Crystal Bowersox, a northwest Ohio native, has built her world around music. By the age of 10, she was performing in local clubs and venues. On the cusp of 18 and with a curious heart, Crystal moved to Chicago, IL, where she spent her days busking on subway platforms between working odd jobs and attending school. Chicago’s rich musical history helped Bowersox to broaden her musical horizons. Ultimately, Bowersox auditioned for the ninth season of American Idol, and her time on the show proved to be well spent. In 2010, her debut album, “Farmer’s Daughter” was released on Jive Records and since, she has since released 3 LP’s, two EPs, several singles, and is currently developing a theatrical rock concert titled, "Trauma Queen". Crystal has recorded and performed alongside several notable names and additionally, has used her voice and talents to benefit several organizations close to her heart.

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Whether flying solo or leading his band, RED LOVES BLUE, Luke DeRoy’s songwriting is intimate, raw, and packs a punch. His authentic energy blends with a velvet touch that moves from D’Angelo to the Deftones and back again. From early performances on the Warped Tour to captivating living rooms packed with listeners, DeRoy’s music is about empathy, resilience, and the ways we take care of each other.