Crooked Rider was formed in 2016 by composer/guitarist Simpsonelli and features guitarist Zach Graham, bassist Scott Paulley, and drummer Amrit Basi.. They blend surf rock, rock and roll, hard rock, and blues into a unique spaghetti-western style, painting vivid scenes reminiscent of a Tarantino movie, complete with desert banditos and dusty towns.

       Embedded in motorcycle culture, their music resonates with the spirit of freedom and rebellion synonymous with biking. Crooked Rider's performances at motorbike events are more than concerts; they're an electrifying blend of rock's raw energy and the exhilarating essence of the open road. 

       The band's sound is a homage to the epic compositions of classic cowboy films, creating a soundscape that weaves narratives with each note. Their music is a journey, riding triumphantly on the waves of imaginative and theatrical instrumentals. For listeners, a Crooked Rider track is not just a song; it's an invitation to a world of musical escapades and roadside adventures, where rock and roll and the freedom of the road ride side by side.