E25: Danny Eisenberg (Crows Backup Keyboard Player) Interview Video
Sullivan Street : A Counting Crows PodcastShow Notes
Danny Eisenberg has been the backup keyboard player for the Crows for decades, including a few shows on this year's tour. He was also a founding member of Mod-L society, one of Adam's first bands. Maybe most important, he's also a childhood friend of Immy.
Hear some behind the scenes stories and learn what it's like to fill in (or support) Charlie on the road....
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