Cliff and Susan
Imagine if Charlie Daniels married a female Jerry Lee Lewis.
That’s Cliff & Susan.
Cliff & Susan are a married, Arkansas-based country music duo known for turning every room into a dance floor. With fiddle, piano, guitar, and powerhouse harmonies at the center of their sound, they deliver high-energy, participation-driven shows that blur the line between concert and community.
Rather than simply playing sets, Cliff & Susan host rooms. Their live performances are built to move people quickly, convert passive listeners into participants, and leave audiences feeling like they belong.
They perform more than 200 shows per year across the U.S. and internationally, regularly filling venues to capacity with standing-room-only energy. Their shows are rooted in musicianship, groove, and connection, blending dance-first country with rock, blues, and soul influences.
The Story
Cliff and Susan met on stage in Little Rock in 2016, where both the musical and personal chemistry was immediate. They formed their duo soon after and eloped in Las Vegas in 2017.
Since then, they have toured internationally in over seven countries and shared the stage with national acts including ZZ Top, Sawyer Brown, and Niko Moon. They currently hold a long-running residency at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort in Hot Springs, Arkansas, performing throughout the annual Thoroughbred racing season.
Their signature song, “Fiddle & Keys,” earned them a national television performance on The Huckabee Show in February 2023. Their debut album, Fiddle & Keys, released in October 2023, charted Top 40 on the U.S. iTunes Country Albums Chart and has become the foundation of their live show and brand.
Awards & Recognition
Cliff & Susan have quickly become one of the most awarded independent country acts in their region.
2025 Arkansas Country Music Awards
- Entertainer of the Year
- Vocal Duo/Group of the Year
- Album of the Year (Fiddle & Keys)
2025 Josie Music Awards (Grand Ole Opry)
- Best Vocal Duo – Country (Winner)
Their single “Spitfire” won Music Video of the Year at the 2025 Fayetteville Film Festival.
They have also earned multiple additional nominations across major independent and regional award platforms, including the Josie Music Awards and Arkansas Country Music Awards, recognizing their songwriting, production, and live performance excellence.
A Proven Live Force
Cliff & Susan’s shows are known for:
- Dance-first energy and immediate crowd engagement
- Seamless integration of original music that feels instantly familiar
- High-level musicianship anchored by fiddle and piano
- The ability to hold audiences for extended, high-energy performances
Their catalog spans over 2,000 songs, allowing them to adapt in real time while maintaining a clear artistic identity. Their originals are pressure-tested nightly in live rooms, giving them a rare advantage in developing songs that translate across venues, festivals, and larger stages.
Beyond the Stage
In 2017, Cliff & Susan founded Big Red Dog Productions, a Little Rock-based music production company. They are also the creators of the award-winning Yadaloo Music & Arts Festival, which earned them Arkansas Country Music Awards Promoter of the Year recognition.
In 2022, they launched Entertainers Academy, an education platform designed to help independent artists build sustainable, profitable careers in the modern music industry.
The Bigger Picture
Cliff & Susan represent a new model of independent country artists. They combine relentless touring, entrepreneurial ownership, and a deep understanding of live audience psychology to build careers on their own terms.
With a growing national footprint, an award-winning catalog, and a reputation for unforgettable live experiences, Cliff & Susan are positioning themselves as one of the most compelling independent country duos emerging today.
Every show is an invitation.
Come on in.
For more information on Cliff and Susan please visit their website @https://www.susanerwin.com/
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