Who We Are - Band Bios



Chuck & renee Crull




Blue River Band is fronted by the amazing duo of Churck & Renee Crull. They bring a serious dose of energy, fun, and charisma to every performance.






Chuck crull
lead vocals
acoustic guitar



I started singing at a very young age and got my first guitar when I was 9 years old. Since then, I have had many influences, such as Ronnie Milsap, Garth Brooks, Waylon Jennings, and Scott Hudnall. I started Blue River Band in 1994 and since that time I've had the priviledge of playing with some of the finest musicians that Indiana has to offer. We have played all over the midwest, including opening for many national acts over the years. Most importantly, I have met the love of my life in Blue River Band, my wife Renee, who fronts the band with me. We are excited to see what the future holds! Until then, I'll continue doing what I love to do......entertaining the crowd.




renee crull
lead vocals



I started singing at an early age, at church, and tried the Nashville scene when I was about 18, entering many contests and finding out what a tough business that the music industry is. I shifted from singing to writing, and eventually found myself in the Colgate Country Showdown contest. It turned out to be the biggest win of my life, because it was there that I met the Blue River Band and the love of my life, Chuck Crull. He has taught me so much about performing and entertaining. I get to perform with my best friend and sing our amazing songs. It has been an amazing journey in the Blue River Band!



Benito DiBartilo
lead guitar
vocals



Benito DiBartilo is an accomplished and professional guitar player who has been a mainstay in the midwest, as a solo artist as well as playing in national acts. He is well known and respected within the music community yet maintains a humble and appreciative attitude. His response to describing his credentials is simply "love to play guitar", yet band mates will tell you that he has a great sense of humor and is easy to work with. Benito's music journey continues with his exceptional contributions to Blue River Band.



Aaron Hatton
bass guitar
vocals



Joining Blue River Band in 2022, Aaron Hatton brings a lifetime of bass playing to the line up. Aaron started playing bass at the age of 7 years with influences from classic country, blues, gospe,, classic rock, modern country, and contemporary Christian music. He's excited about the return to his roots with Blue River Band. Aaron is sure to be a big hit with the BRB family and community!




derek carmichael
drums



Derek has a long musical career, and his journey through playing has brought him back to the drummer's seat in Blue River Band. Derek is known as a versatile drummer, a juke box in many styles and genre. He's back to continue his work in the seat with BRB.





J.R. Harris - Sound





BRB is powered by the remarkable sound wizard J.R. Harris. J.R. has a long history of running professional sound in central Indiana and the surrounding regions. His system is top pro gear and his sound is spectacular. He makes everything easy!





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for booking info: CALL or TEXT - Chuck Crull 317/604-1590