Musicians don’t take themselves too seriously while pursuing their art
After meeting as students at Colorado State University several years ago and living, jamming and playing lacrosse together, the Crooked Rugs have become one of Fort Collins’ hottest bands.
Heralding the tagline “mysterious noise from Fort Collins, Colorado,” they are rising stars of the state music scene.
The band is a modest group of five, including a pair of brothers: Rex Stowers on guitar and Finn Stowers on bass. Jayce Haley takes on the role of frontman and guitarist; Nolan Brumbach plays drums; and Jay LeCavalier is on keys. Each member radiates charisma and a genuine joy for art. While many projects fall through or break apart, The Crooked Rugs seem to be here to stay.
Sibling bonds
Band dynamics are tricky, and even more so when siblings are involved. However, Rex and Finn share a unique bond that surpasses many sibling relationships, Haley says, adding, “They are a pretty crazy working dynamic, but they definitely play together really well.”…