Tim Crosby is a southern Illinois-based songwriter and performer in the Americana/country rock genre. He released a CD titled "Resurrection Mule Farm" with his band, the Lightning Strikes, in 2017 and "Make Your Own Fun," a solo CD, in June 2020. His third record, "Always Rising," was released in August 2021 and his fourth record, "Trouble's Coming," came out in March 2023. Crosby has more than 1,000 YouTube subscribers and performs more than 150 shows a year, including nearly every weekend at venues in Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, Iowa and Kentucky, playing all original music that explores the trials and triumphs of everyday people. His influences include Steve Earle, Tom Petty, Todd Snider, John Prine, Chris Knight and others.

 “How is it that one local singer-songwriter can create such a monumental album? Tim Crosby has created one of the finest CDs to ever come from our region with his very personal, very human songs about real life.” 

-Loy Addington, Radio host, WDBX-FM

Carbondale, IL

“Tim Crosby is one of the finest songwriters in the state of Illinois. He pours his soul into his craft. His dedication and work ethic in getting his music heard is very commendable.” 

-Jeb Brown, Backroom Listening Lounge

Riverton, IL