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Saturday Feb 27, 2027

Crowe Boys & Gareth

HI-FI
Indianapolis, IN
Feb 27
Saturday
7:00 PM
Doors Open
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Venue Presale: Thurs 10/29 11am - 11pm, code: MOKB27
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ARTIST PROFILE | Crowe Boys • Gareth

Americana/FolkCountry
Crowe Boys are redefining the boundaries of country music and New Orleans music with their inspiring debut album, Made to Wander. By putting their own life experiences into these 10 original songs, the brothers are creating a safe space for listeners to find value in their own lives.
Built around Ocie Crowe on acoustic guitar and Wes Crowe on mandolin, the duo’s acoustic-driven direction has also resonated with alternative, Americana, and folk audiences who feel an immediate connection to songs such as “Bootstraps,” the rousing album opener that reflects a personal, yet relatable, experience of staying hopeful amid constant setbacks. Ocie drew on frustrations after a job offer fell apart just as his family was expecting their second child. After several stressful months, a dream job materialized, which provided a newfound stability for his growing family.

 

Talking about family, Ocie highlighted he “… gave up a lot of financial security, which a lot of people did not see or understand,” which was a key inspiration behind “Bootstraps.” “There were a lot of people in our life who were scrutinizing me and my family, which is a really hard place to be when you’re struggling, and you’re trying to do something you believe in.”

 

Born in Baton Rouge, Ocie and Wes Crowe spent a few years of their childhood in Pride, Louisiana, living next door to their grandparents. However, the Crowe family rarely settled in one place for long. Sometimes they would spend months living in an RV while their father taught in a church. As boys, Wes began playing bass while Ocie had quickly picked up acoustic guitar, piano, and drums, while learning how to write songs from his mother. When Ocie was 11 and Wes was 8, they lost their mother to breast cancer at just 33. The family then settled in the small town of Franklinton, Louisiana, when their father remarried.

 

“Music was where we went when we were frustrated or angry or confused or just hurt,” Ocie remembers. “We might have been at a church or might have been home in a den with instruments set up, and we would just go in there and lay it all out. That was our way of processing and working through life, and we chose to do it together. Music really is more than just something we do. It’s a spiritual experience for us, being able to share it with people.”

 

A few years later, at 17, Ocie moved to New Orleans determined to pursue a career in music. Two of his three younger brothers, Jacob and Wes, eventually joined him.

 

“Personally, I don’t know if I would actually do this kind of thing if I wasn’t with my brothers,” Wes observes. “I love playing music, but I’m passionate about my family. I love getting to do this with my family. That’s what we’ve always done. Growing up, we were always on the road in the family band. So, whenever I stepped out of that, I moved to New Orleans because my brothers were there, and we could play music together. I could just as easily go get another job and make all the money in the world, but I love getting to do music with my brothers.”
Crowe Boys first tried to break through as an indie punk band (with Ocie on guitar, Wes on bass and Jacob on drums) but struggled to gain traction in the local clubs. After one night of hustling to fill up a venue, the crowd completely emptied out after the opening act’s set. Feeling defeated and tempted to quit, the brothers turned their microphones around and played to one another. What could have been the breaking point for most bands proved to be a turning point instead.
“Something happened that night where we gave up trying to be something, and we just started playing for ourselves,” Ocie remembers. “And writing the song ‘Where Did I Go Wrong’ was me getting that part of myself out, like, ‘All right, I’m done trying to write music about a life that doesn’t exist.’ This is who I am. These are the things I struggle with. I’m really confused about where I should go, and who I should be, and I don’t know what I should believe. And I just want to mean something to myself, but everything is so confusing.”
One of Ocie’s friends could hear their artistic evolution and asked if he could play the new songs for another friend, Andrew Campanelli of the multiplatinum act The Revivalists. Campanelli enthusiastically agreed to help capture the duo’s sound in the studio. As the album wrapped, Ocie and Wes spent five solid days in the studio for ten hours a day, forging an even stronger sibling bond. However, the guitar/bass duo configuration didn’t feel quite right, so Wes reached for a different instrument.
“We had a mandolin in the studio, and I picked it up, and I was like, ‘I’m gonna learn how to play this,’” Wes remembers. “I’m still learning how to play it. And I think learning how to play it has helped me fall in love with the folk genre as well. I used to be really big into skateboarding and punk music. When I started working at a coffee shop, I would wake up at four in the morning, go make a cup of coffee, and I didn’t particularly want to listen to punk music that early in the morning. So, I started finding some more mellowed out songs. And that’s how I found folk music and fell in love with that — watching the sunrise, listening to folk music.”
With the album essentially completed, Ocie and Wes consistently (but somewhat reluctantly) started filming performance clips for TikTok. When an impassioned rendition of “Where Did I Go Wrong” went viral, Wes and Ocie were both busy at work, trying to keep tabs on the clip’s explosive growth. Within hours, the video accrued more than a hundred thousand views; by the next day, nearly a million people had watched it. (Ultimately, it garnered more than 13 million streams.) Dozens of labels reached out and club bookers scrambled to find larger venues for their upcoming tour, but at the time, the brothers didn’t even have a manager. With the help of Campanelli and C3 Management, Crowe Boys negotiated a major label recording contract with Universal Music Group Nashville (now MCA) without sacrificing the sound that made them stand out in the first place.
Intended to be heard as a complete body of work, their debut album Made to Wander shares songs about wanting to grow and move forward, even when the circumstances make it difficult. On the second half, emotional songs such as “Good Days” and “Brother Song” encourage listeners to embrace life for all that it is and live in the moment.
“I’ve been surprised by how much I’ve learned and grown mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally, especially over the last year,” Wes recognizes. “So much has happened that has changed my personality from this nonchalant kid to somebody who wants to feed into people’s lives and inspire them. There was just a change where I’m on fire now to make it happen.”
“Even if it’s just a handful of people that are able to move forward in their lives because of our music, that’s all I care about,” Ocie concludes. “Hopefully, this soundtrack of our lives that we’ve built is enough to encourage people. The hope is that after you’ve listened to what we’ve gone through, and the reasons why we just go and live and ask questions and search for life, it will be enough to inspire others to do the same.”
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About HI-FI | Indianapolis, IN

HI-FI is located inside the historic Murphy Arts Center in the heart of Fountain Square. HI-FI hosts shows virtually every night of the week and is known for finding new artists on the rise. The venue is acoustically one of the best sounding venues in the Midwest. The entrance is located at the front of the building on Virginia Ave and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail.

 

Box Office: 317-986-7101
Main: 317-986-9701

Getting Around the Venue

1043 Virginia Ave #4,
Indianapolis, IN 46203
Hours: 1 hour before doors through end of show
Doors: varies, typically 1 hour before show

Frequently Asked Questions About HI-FI | Indianapolis, IN

What are the age restrictions at this venue?

Most of our gigs are open to those of all ages, though there are a few exceptions. Double-check our website for specific age requirements before getting your tickets. We’ve made it super easy to spot the age restrictions on each event listing.

If you are going to indulge in a seating upgrade in our VIP area, all guests must be 21 years of age or older.

HI-FI requires a valid ID for admission. For guests who will be consuming alcoholic beverages, a valid state or government issues ID is required. Everyone will be carded during check-in. Expired and temporary ID’s are not accepted.

Can I upgrade my ticket to VIP seating?

HI-FI proudly offers our VIP Deck, situated at the rear of the venue. This elevated section features table seating and provides convenient access to the bar. Please be advised that all guests in this area must be 21 years of age or older. For seating upgrade inquiries, please contact the box office at boxoffice@hifiindy.com or check here.

What items are permitted or prohibited at this venue?

At our venues, we strive to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests. While specific rules may vary slightly depending on the event location, the following list generally applies across all venues.

Any illegal items found will be confiscated immediately. Guests discovered with prohibited items inside the venue may face ejection, and those attempting to enter with such items may be denied entry.

We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment during our events.

Permitted Items Include:

  • All bags and possessions are subject to search and may be subject to metal detection. No backpacks are permitted at any of our venues.
  • Clear tote or bag made from plastic, vinyl or PVC that does not exceed 14” x 14” in size.
  • Personal purse, fanny pack or handbag so long as it does not exceed 14” x 14” in size
  • To-Go Food from local restaurants
  • Clear Plastic Refillable Water Bottles (empty)
  • A warm heart and smiles

Prohibited items include:

  • Weapons of any kind: Firearms (with or without permit), knives (any size), multi-tools
  • Pepper Spray or Mace
  • Flares or Fireworks
  • Oversized bags (Bag larger than 12” x 12”, including all backpacks, briefcases, luggage, or duffle bags)
  • Metal Water Bottles
  • Illegal Substances
  • Outside Beverages
  • Laser Pointers
  • Removable lens cameras or flash photography, tripods, monopods, selfie-sticks (unless pre-approved by Event Manager)
  • Audio or Video recording devices (unless pre-approved by Event Manager)
  • Signs larger than 11” x 17” or any sign attached to a stick or pole
  • Skateboards, hoverboards, rollerblades, scooters, or bicycles
  • Hula hoops, spray paint, silly string
  • Noise Making devices (i.e. Air Horns, drums, whistles)
  • Coolers or Ice Chests
  • Animals/Pets (Except Service Animals)

HI-FI reserves the right to prohibit any item, including items not listed above, from entering the premises if deemed hazardous or disruptive to the event.

Can I bring a bag into the show?

Yes! You’re welcome to bring personal purse, fanny pack or handbag so long as it does not exceed 14” x 14” in size. No backpacks are permitted at any time.

What’s the parking situation like?

Depending on the day and time, finding a spot can be tricky. On busy show days we advise arriving early to ensure you get a good spot.

We’re excited to announce our partnership with LAZ Parking to offer pre-paid parking options for HI-FI and HI-FI Annex events. The lot is conveniently located directly next to HI-FI Annex, in the former PNC Bank parking lot. Check here for parking availability ahead of your show.

Parking is free on all of the surrounding streets in Fountain Square and most parking lots.

We advise against traveling down St. Patrick St on show days, as it can become congested one-way with traffic coming from both directions.

Bike parking is available at any of the bike racks on Virginia Ave in front of HI-FI.

What is the camera/photo policy for this venue?

Our photo policy varies for each event and is at the discretion of the artist performing that night. This policy can change from night to night.

As a general guideline, we typically do not permit professional photography unless it has been pre-approved by either HI-FI or the Artist Management.

For approved photographers, you’re welcome to snap photos during the first three songs of the performance. However, please refrain from using flash.

Media personnel and professional photographers interested in covering our events can reach out to us at marketing@hifiindy.com to request media credentials.

Is there food and drink at this venue?

Absolutely! You can grab some chips, candy, or snacks at HI-FI’s bar. We also offer a variety of snacks and non alcoholic beverages, available for purchase at our box office for patrons under 21.

View seating maps for this venue

Check your show listing for information on the show’s seating configuration. The majority of HI-FI shows are general admission, standing-room-only. Depending on the show, there are a handful of tables available to those who arrive early. There is a limited amount of seating upgrades available on the VIP deck. Contact the box office to secure a seating upgrade for your show at boxoffice@hifiindy.com or check here. Shows that are reserved or partially reserved seating configurations will have information or purchase options directly on the event listing.

Can I leave and re-enter the venue?

Re-entry is allowed for HI-FI shows once you’ve been stamped or wristbanded by a member of our staff.

Do you offer ADA, handicap or special needs options?

There are 2 handicapped parking spots in the lot located across Prospect St. closest to El Arado Mexican Grill. The box office handles any special needs or ADA seating requests at boxoffice@hifiindy.com.

Where is the box office located?

Getting tickets to our shows is super easy! You have a few options, depending on how you like to roll:

Online: Grab your tickets in advance from our official websites, hifiindy.com and mokbpresents.com, or through our trusted ticketing partner tixr.com.

In Person: Swing by one of our convenient box office locations around the Murphy Arts Center building and grab tickets with no service fees:

HI-FI Box Office: Found at 1043 Virginia Ave Suite 4 (at the main entrance to HI-FI). Open only on show nights, starting 1 hour before published door times until the end of show.

Annex Box Office: Found at 1065 St. Patrick Street (at the main entrance to Annex). Open only on show nights, starting 1 hour before published door times until 9 pm.

I lost something at the show. Who do I contact?

Have you misplaced something during one of our events? Don’t worry, we’re here to help reunite you with your belongings! While we can’t take responsibility for lost or stolen items, we’re committed to assisting you in any way we can.

Found items are securely stored at our office until they’re claimed. Please note that items lost during late-night events might take until the next morning to reach our lost and found. We know you might be eager to retrieve your belongings (like that phone you’re pinging outside our door at 6 am), but our team typically wraps up late-night events and may not be available until later in the morning.

To inquire about lost items, shoot us an email at boxoffice@hifiindy.com. Found items can be picked up in our Office (Suite 2) Monday – Fridays 10am – 6pm. Guests may be required to provide identification or another form of verification to claim their items.

Let’s work together to get your goods back to you as quickly as possible!

What is your refund policy?

What’s Your Refund Policy for Postponed Shows?

If a show gets postponed, don’t sweat it! We’ll shoot you an email to let you know about the change, and if you’re cool with the new date, no further action is needed on your part. We’ll be working diligently to find a new date for the show, and we’ll keep you updated every step of the way. But if you can’t make it to the rescheduled gig, we’ve got your back. You’ll have a generous 30-day window following the announcement of the new date to request a refund.

Please bear with us as we explore rescheduling options with the tour. Your patience is much appreciated as we work to present the best possible show experience for you.

What’s the Refund Policy for Canceled Shows?

In the unfortunate event of a canceled show, don’t fret! If you purchased your tickets online, your refund will be processed automatically. Just sit tight and allow 3-5 business days for the refund to appear in your bank account.
No need to lift a finger! However, there are a few scenarios where you might need to reach out to our box office:

  • If you’ve received a new or different card since your original purchase.
  • If you haven’t seen the refund in your account after 5 business days.

What Happens if a Show Gets Rescheduled?

No worries! If a show you’ve already grabbed tickets for gets rescheduled, your tickets will still be valid for the new date. We’ll shoot you an email to let you know about the change, and if you’re good to go for the new date, no further action is needed on your part.

However, if you can’t make it to the rescheduled gig, we’ve got you covered. You’ll have a generous 30 days from the announcement of the new date to request a refund. Just reach out directly to our box office to kickstart the process.

Beware of counterfeit tickets. How do I tell if my ticket is valid?

It’s crucial for all buyers to exercise caution when purchasing tickets from unauthorized sites and ticket resellers. Tixr is the only ticket vendor supported at our venues. Unfortunately, this is a widespread issue affecting venues nationwide, and true fans often find themselves at a loss. Regrettably, there’s little we can do in such situations. Since the original transaction didn’t occur through our authorized ticketing partners, we lack the necessary information to assist. It’s disheartening to witness fans being taken advantage of, especially on platforms like Craigslist, Facebook, StubHub, VividSeats, SeatGeek, and others. We are only obligated to honor valid tickets purchased through our approved channels.

Can I purchase tickets in person without fees?

Yes. HI-FI box office is located at the main entrance off of Virginia Avenue. The box office is open 1 hour prior to the published door time. Additionally, our Annex Box Office on St. Patrick Street, across from the church, is open 1 hour prior to the published door time on Annex show nights.

NOTE: HI-FI venues are now cashless. We accept all major credit cards and tap-to-pay options for tickets and other purchases inside the venues.

Do you have free WI-FI?

Yes. HI-FI offers free WI-FI during all shows. Simply select the HI-FI Free WI-FI network and you are all set!

All Ages
Feb 27

Crowe Boys & Gareth

HI-FI
FREE
Presented By: MOKB Presents
Doors: 7:00 PM
Start Time: 8:00 pm

Venue Presale: Thurs 10/29 11am - 11pm, code: MOKB27
Learn More About This Show
Add to Calendar 02/27/2027 08:00 PM02/27/2027 11:30 PMCrowe Boys & GarethMore Information: https://mokbpresents.com/event/crowe-boys-gareth/HI-FI

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ARTIST PROFILE | Crowe Boys

Americana/FolkCountry
Crowe Boys are redefining the boundaries of country music and New Orleans music with their inspiring debut album, Made to Wander. By putting their own life experiences into these 10 original songs, the brothers are creating a safe space for listeners to find value in their own lives.
Built around Ocie Crowe on acoustic guitar and Wes Crowe on mandolin, the duo’s acoustic-driven direction has also resonated with alternative, Americana, and folk audiences who feel an immediate connection to songs such as “Bootstraps,” the rousing album opener that reflects a personal, yet relatable, experience of staying hopeful amid constant setbacks. Ocie drew on frustrations after a job offer fell apart just as his family was expecting their second child. After several stressful months, a dream job materialized, which provided a newfound stability for his growing family.

 

Talking about family, Ocie highlighted he “… gave up a lot of financial security, which a lot of people did not see or understand,” which was a key inspiration behind “Bootstraps.” “There were a lot of people in our life who were scrutinizing me and my family, which is a really hard place to be when you’re struggling, and you’re trying to do something you believe in.”

 

Born in Baton Rouge, Ocie and Wes Crowe spent a few years of their childhood in Pride, Louisiana, living next door to their grandparents. However, the Crowe family rarely settled in one place for long. Sometimes they would spend months living in an RV while their father taught in a church. As boys, Wes began playing bass while Ocie had quickly picked up acoustic guitar, piano, and drums, while learning how to write songs from his mother. When Ocie was 11 and Wes was 8, they lost their mother to breast cancer at just 33. The family then settled in the small town of Franklinton, Louisiana, when their father remarried.

 

“Music was where we went when we were frustrated or angry or confused or just hurt,” Ocie remembers. “We might have been at a church or might have been home in a den with instruments set up, and we would just go in there and lay it all out. That was our way of processing and working through life, and we chose to do it together. Music really is more than just something we do. It’s a spiritual experience for us, being able to share it with people.”

 

A few years later, at 17, Ocie moved to New Orleans determined to pursue a career in music. Two of his three younger brothers, Jacob and Wes, eventually joined him.

 

“Personally, I don’t know if I would actually do this kind of thing if I wasn’t with my brothers,” Wes observes. “I love playing music, but I’m passionate about my family. I love getting to do this with my family. That’s what we’ve always done. Growing up, we were always on the road in the family band. So, whenever I stepped out of that, I moved to New Orleans because my brothers were there, and we could play music together. I could just as easily go get another job and make all the money in the world, but I love getting to do music with my brothers.”
Crowe Boys first tried to break through as an indie punk band (with Ocie on guitar, Wes on bass and Jacob on drums) but struggled to gain traction in the local clubs. After one night of hustling to fill up a venue, the crowd completely emptied out after the opening act’s set. Feeling defeated and tempted to quit, the brothers turned their microphones around and played to one another. What could have been the breaking point for most bands proved to be a turning point instead.
“Something happened that night where we gave up trying to be something, and we just started playing for ourselves,” Ocie remembers. “And writing the song ‘Where Did I Go Wrong’ was me getting that part of myself out, like, ‘All right, I’m done trying to write music about a life that doesn’t exist.’ This is who I am. These are the things I struggle with. I’m really confused about where I should go, and who I should be, and I don’t know what I should believe. And I just want to mean something to myself, but everything is so confusing.”
One of Ocie’s friends could hear their artistic evolution and asked if he could play the new songs for another friend, Andrew Campanelli of the multiplatinum act The Revivalists. Campanelli enthusiastically agreed to help capture the duo’s sound in the studio. As the album wrapped, Ocie and Wes spent five solid days in the studio for ten hours a day, forging an even stronger sibling bond. However, the guitar/bass duo configuration didn’t feel quite right, so Wes reached for a different instrument.
“We had a mandolin in the studio, and I picked it up, and I was like, ‘I’m gonna learn how to play this,’” Wes remembers. “I’m still learning how to play it. And I think learning how to play it has helped me fall in love with the folk genre as well. I used to be really big into skateboarding and punk music. When I started working at a coffee shop, I would wake up at four in the morning, go make a cup of coffee, and I didn’t particularly want to listen to punk music that early in the morning. So, I started finding some more mellowed out songs. And that’s how I found folk music and fell in love with that — watching the sunrise, listening to folk music.”
With the album essentially completed, Ocie and Wes consistently (but somewhat reluctantly) started filming performance clips for TikTok. When an impassioned rendition of “Where Did I Go Wrong” went viral, Wes and Ocie were both busy at work, trying to keep tabs on the clip’s explosive growth. Within hours, the video accrued more than a hundred thousand views; by the next day, nearly a million people had watched it. (Ultimately, it garnered more than 13 million streams.) Dozens of labels reached out and club bookers scrambled to find larger venues for their upcoming tour, but at the time, the brothers didn’t even have a manager. With the help of Campanelli and C3 Management, Crowe Boys negotiated a major label recording contract with Universal Music Group Nashville (now MCA) without sacrificing the sound that made them stand out in the first place.
Intended to be heard as a complete body of work, their debut album Made to Wander shares songs about wanting to grow and move forward, even when the circumstances make it difficult. On the second half, emotional songs such as “Good Days” and “Brother Song” encourage listeners to embrace life for all that it is and live in the moment.
“I’ve been surprised by how much I’ve learned and grown mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally, especially over the last year,” Wes recognizes. “So much has happened that has changed my personality from this nonchalant kid to somebody who wants to feed into people’s lives and inspire them. There was just a change where I’m on fire now to make it happen.”
“Even if it’s just a handful of people that are able to move forward in their lives because of our music, that’s all I care about,” Ocie concludes. “Hopefully, this soundtrack of our lives that we’ve built is enough to encourage people. The hope is that after you’ve listened to what we’ve gone through, and the reasons why we just go and live and ask questions and search for life, it will be enough to inspire others to do the same.”
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Supporting Acts

About the Venue

HI-FI is located inside the historic Murphy Arts Center in the heart of Fountain Square. HI-FI hosts shows virtually every night of the week and is known for finding new artists on the rise. The venue is acoustically one of the best sounding venues in the Midwest. The entrance is located at the front of the building on Virginia Ave and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail.

 
Amenities: Live Music, Premium Sound, Full Bar, 24 Draft Beers On Tap, VIP Seating, Street-Level Box Office

Upgrades: A limited amount of VIP seating upgrades (21+) are available for select shows.  Contact the box office to purchase or check availability: boxoffice@hifiindy.com.

Ticket Support: Box Office opens 1 hour before published door time. For ticket related questions please email boxoffice@hifiindy.com.

Parking: Street Parking, Bike Parking
Refund Policy: All tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable unless the show is canceled or rescheduled.  Contact the box office with any questions: boxoffice@hifiindy.com.
1043 Virginia Ave #4 Indianapolis, IN 46203

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