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Friday, May 29, 2009
AWATS Akron poster
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Thursday, May 28, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
drum roll................. band lineup for USA AWATS show
Jesse Gress, Prairie Prince, Kasim Sulton, Greg Hawkes, Roger Powell
muscians to be announced no tonights RundgrenRadio show
direct from RundgrenRadio facebook page
AWATS Akron band announcement tonight on RR!!! You're going to be more tripped out than TR was when he did the AWATS album :-)!
AWATS Akron band announcement tonight on RR!!! You're going to be more tripped out than TR was when he did the AWATS album :-)!
Monday, May 25, 2009
RundgrenRadio: John Oates
Rundgren Radio with John Oates
Rundgren Radio
Date / Time: 5/26/2009 8:30 PM
Category: Music
Call-in Number: (646) 716-9262
Special guest John Oates of the pop music duo Hall & Oates. The duo has recorded 21 albums which have sold over 80 million units worldwide, making them arguably the most successful duo in pop/rock history. They have scored 10 number one records, over 20 top 40 hits and have toured the world for decades. John also has two solo albums, "Phunk Shui" (2002) and "1000 Miles of Life" (2008). For more info, please visit: http://www.johnoates.com/ .
Rundgren Radio
Date / Time: 5/26/2009 8:30 PM
Category: Music
Call-in Number: (646) 716-9262
Special guest John Oates of the pop music duo Hall & Oates. The duo has recorded 21 albums which have sold over 80 million units worldwide, making them arguably the most successful duo in pop/rock history. They have scored 10 number one records, over 20 top 40 hits and have toured the world for decades. John also has two solo albums, "Phunk Shui" (2002) and "1000 Miles of Life" (2008). For more info, please visit: http://www.johnoates.com/ .
Saturday, May 23, 2009
press article: AWATS live show
http://www.prlog.org/10242335-todd-rundgren-to-perform-his-album-wizard-true-star-live-for-the-first-time-ever.html
Todd Rundgren to perform his album A Wizard, A True Star live for the first time ever
Musician Todd Rundgren will perform his entire “A Wizard, A True Star” album live for the first time ever on September 6th, 2009 at the Akron Civic Theatre beginning at 8pm. The concert is being presented by RundgrenRadio.com.
Album cover of Todd Rundgren's "A Wizard, A True Star"
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRLog (Press Release) – May 22, 2009 – Musician Todd Rundgren will perform his entire "A Wizard, A True Star" album live for the first time ever on September 6th, 2009 at the Akron Civic Theatre in Akron, Ohio beginning at 8pm. The concert is being presented by RundgrenRadio.com. Ticket prices start at $50 and are available at http://www.AWATSlive.com and http://www.Ticketmaster.com. Additional information can be found at http://www.AWATSlive.com. Todd will be performing with several musicians that have not been announced yet. Todd and his band will perform other songs from his vast catalog before embarking on the full album presentation.
Over 75% of the tickets have already been sold for this theme concert and a sellout is expected by the end of May. Hundreds of fans from all over the USA will be visiting Akron to attend this "A Wizard, A True Star" gig. Some Todd Rundgren fans from 4 other countries - - - Japan, United Kingdom, Scotland, and Canada - - - will also be in attendance.
"A Wizard, A True Star" was Todd’s follow up to his most commercially successful album, “Something /Anything?” which included popular hits like “I Saw The Light” and “Hello It’s Me”. Instead of going with a similar sound Todd Rundgren went in a completely different direction with his electrical psychedelic album "A Wizard, A True Star". Rundgren chose to abandon stardom and, with it, conventional pop music. He began a course through uncharted musical territory, becoming a pioneer not only in electronic music and prog rock, but in music video, computer software, and Internet music delivery as well.
Although the album wasn’t a big hit with critics and didn’t reach near the sales as Todd’s previous album, it’s the clear cut favorite of Todd’s most avid fans and is considered a very influential album to thousands of musicians. Todd’s manager, Eric Gardner of Panacea Entertainment, said, “It was Todd’s 180 degree turn after 'Something/Anything?' much to the dismay of the record company and much to the dismay of radio. Back then they were hoping for a follow up of 'Something/Anything?' something in the same vein. 'A Wizard, A True Star' is actually a record that’s near and dear to Todd’s heart because it was so contrary”.
"A Wizard, A True Star" was listed in the 2006 musical reference book, “1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die”. In 2003, British music critic Barney Hoskyns wrote in MOJO magazine, "Rundgren’s 'A Wizard, A True Star' is simply the greatest album ever made”.
Todd Rundgren has released over 30 albums either as a solo artist or with his bands Nazz, Utopia, and The New Cars while producing acclaimed, successful records for artists as diverse as Badfinger, Meat Loaf, Grand Funk Railroad, the New York Dolls, and XTC. Despite Todd's incredible accomplishments and influence on the music industry, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame committee - - - in Akron's neighboring town of Cleveland - - - has failed to induct him. Ironically, one of the reasons Ohio was chosen as the place to host this concert was because of the strong Todd fan base in Cleveland.
# # #
Rundgren Radio is an online talk radio show for Todd Rundgren fans that airs Tuesday nights at 8:30pm Eastern time. The shows aren't all about Todd but he's the common theme among the guests as they all have some type of connection with him. Listeners can call-in to ask the guests questions during the show.
The shows are archived permanently online. Rundgren Radio has been mentioned in Guitar Player and Goldmine magazines recently and they are consistenly in the top 3 (currently #1) out of hundreds of music shows on BlogTalkRadio.
Some of the special guests they've had on their shows include ...
Kasim Sulton
Prairie Prince
Todd Rundgren
Michele Rundgren
Roger Powell
Michael Urbano
John Montagna
John Ferenzik
Tony Levin
Lyle Workman
Jesse Gress
Willie Wilcox
Andy Partridge
Dave Gregory
Larry Tagg
Godfrey Townsend
Hunt & Tony Sales
Greg Hawkes
Brent Bourgeois
Rachel Haden
Colin Moulding
Jill Sobule
Ellen Foley
David Sanborn
Rick Derringer
John Oates
Todd Rundgren to perform his album A Wizard, A True Star live for the first time ever
Musician Todd Rundgren will perform his entire “A Wizard, A True Star” album live for the first time ever on September 6th, 2009 at the Akron Civic Theatre beginning at 8pm. The concert is being presented by RundgrenRadio.com.
Album cover of Todd Rundgren's "A Wizard, A True Star"
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRLog (Press Release) – May 22, 2009 – Musician Todd Rundgren will perform his entire "A Wizard, A True Star" album live for the first time ever on September 6th, 2009 at the Akron Civic Theatre in Akron, Ohio beginning at 8pm. The concert is being presented by RundgrenRadio.com. Ticket prices start at $50 and are available at http://www.AWATSlive.com and http://www.Ticketmaster.com. Additional information can be found at http://www.AWATSlive.com. Todd will be performing with several musicians that have not been announced yet. Todd and his band will perform other songs from his vast catalog before embarking on the full album presentation.
Over 75% of the tickets have already been sold for this theme concert and a sellout is expected by the end of May. Hundreds of fans from all over the USA will be visiting Akron to attend this "A Wizard, A True Star" gig. Some Todd Rundgren fans from 4 other countries - - - Japan, United Kingdom, Scotland, and Canada - - - will also be in attendance.
"A Wizard, A True Star" was Todd’s follow up to his most commercially successful album, “Something /Anything?” which included popular hits like “I Saw The Light” and “Hello It’s Me”. Instead of going with a similar sound Todd Rundgren went in a completely different direction with his electrical psychedelic album "A Wizard, A True Star". Rundgren chose to abandon stardom and, with it, conventional pop music. He began a course through uncharted musical territory, becoming a pioneer not only in electronic music and prog rock, but in music video, computer software, and Internet music delivery as well.
Although the album wasn’t a big hit with critics and didn’t reach near the sales as Todd’s previous album, it’s the clear cut favorite of Todd’s most avid fans and is considered a very influential album to thousands of musicians. Todd’s manager, Eric Gardner of Panacea Entertainment, said, “It was Todd’s 180 degree turn after 'Something/Anything?' much to the dismay of the record company and much to the dismay of radio. Back then they were hoping for a follow up of 'Something/Anything?' something in the same vein. 'A Wizard, A True Star' is actually a record that’s near and dear to Todd’s heart because it was so contrary”.
"A Wizard, A True Star" was listed in the 2006 musical reference book, “1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die”. In 2003, British music critic Barney Hoskyns wrote in MOJO magazine, "Rundgren’s 'A Wizard, A True Star' is simply the greatest album ever made”.
Todd Rundgren has released over 30 albums either as a solo artist or with his bands Nazz, Utopia, and The New Cars while producing acclaimed, successful records for artists as diverse as Badfinger, Meat Loaf, Grand Funk Railroad, the New York Dolls, and XTC. Despite Todd's incredible accomplishments and influence on the music industry, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame committee - - - in Akron's neighboring town of Cleveland - - - has failed to induct him. Ironically, one of the reasons Ohio was chosen as the place to host this concert was because of the strong Todd fan base in Cleveland.
# # #
Rundgren Radio is an online talk radio show for Todd Rundgren fans that airs Tuesday nights at 8:30pm Eastern time. The shows aren't all about Todd but he's the common theme among the guests as they all have some type of connection with him. Listeners can call-in to ask the guests questions during the show.
The shows are archived permanently online. Rundgren Radio has been mentioned in Guitar Player and Goldmine magazines recently and they are consistenly in the top 3 (currently #1) out of hundreds of music shows on BlogTalkRadio.
Some of the special guests they've had on their shows include ...
Kasim Sulton
Prairie Prince
Todd Rundgren
Michele Rundgren
Roger Powell
Michael Urbano
John Montagna
John Ferenzik
Tony Levin
Lyle Workman
Jesse Gress
Willie Wilcox
Andy Partridge
Dave Gregory
Larry Tagg
Godfrey Townsend
Hunt & Tony Sales
Greg Hawkes
Brent Bourgeois
Rachel Haden
Colin Moulding
Jill Sobule
Ellen Foley
David Sanborn
Rick Derringer
John Oates
Thursday, May 21, 2009
AWATS seats are selling quick
the buzz is the Ohio AWATS show is over 75 % sold. Don't miss this opportunity to see a big band play A WIZARD A TRUE STAR lp from start to finish.
Europe AWATS show announced 2/6/2010
Todd Rundgren - rock'n'roll icon, guitarist, interactive progenitor, singer/songwriter and record producer, will perform his paradigm shifting 1973 album, A Wizard, a True Star in its entirety for the first time ever in Britain on Saturday 6th February 2010 at the London HMV Hammersmith Apollo. This marks Todd's only UK performance of the album which is hailed as an influential masterpiece by many of today's new bands, including Hot Chip.
Tickets for the concert go on sale at 9am on Wednesday May 27th. Tickets are priced £48.50, £45.00, £40.00, £32.00 (Agency and credit card bookings subject to a fee). Ticket Hotline: 08700 603 777, Book Online: www.seetickets.com.
For the official online press release, click here - http://www.noblepr.co.uk/Press_Releases/meanfiddler/Todd_Rundgren_wizard.htm
Although Rundgren's breakthrough 1972 album, Something/Anything? is considered by many to be his masterpiece, the psychedelic impact and bordering-on-disturbing innovation of the follow-up, A Wizard, A True Star is arguably Rundgren's most experimental and influential album and is regarded as one of the most pioneering progressive rock albums of all time.
This will be the first time in Britain that he will perform the whole record live onstage, from start to finish. The first half of the concert will feature a selection of Rundgren's songs throughout his career, while the second half will consist of the entirety of A Wizard, a True Star. Originally released in 1973, much of the album is an extended medley after the fashion of The Beatles' late recordings. The effect of the songs merging one into another was immediate, infectious and dazzling; the lyrical content was often at once both tongue in cheek and hallucinogenic
presale code for toronto show
A new Todd Rundgren presale password has been posted: this means that you can buy Todd Rundgren tickets before anyone else! The special free pre-sale password for Todd Rundgrens concert in Toronto unlocks tickets EARLY. This is your chance to see Todd Rundgren perform live! Here is the Todd Rundgren concert information:
Todd Rundgren
The Mod Club Theatre, Toronto, ON
Sunday, June 28 2009 at 8:00 PM
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Thu, 05/21/09 10:00 AM EDT
Fri, 05/22/09 10:00 AM EDT
Todd Rundgren fanclub presale code: The Presale Password for this event is...
LIVE, 412800 or the first 6 digits of your CITIBANK card number
go to this link below to order and use code
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Todd Rundgren
The Mod Club Theatre, Toronto, ON
Sunday, June 28 2009 at 8:00 PM
Livenation-Citi:
Thu, 05/21/09 10:00 AM EDT
Fri, 05/22/09 10:00 AM EDT
Todd Rundgren fanclub presale code: The Presale Password for this event is...
LIVE, 412800 or the first 6 digits of your CITIBANK card number
go to this link below to order and use code
http://www.livenation.com/edp/eventId/408197/
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
new tour date
TR plays Tralf Music Hall in Buffalo, NY on Wed. July 1 at 8PM. Tickets are now on sale.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Friday, May 15, 2009
Todd playing 1 show in Oslo Norway june 13th 2009
Todd is going to Oslo on June 13th to play a festival, these are the details
Date: Saturday 13th June 2009
Event: Norwegian Wood
Venue: Frognerbadet
Location: Vigeland Park, Oslo, Norway
I bet summer in Norway is beautiful!
Date: Saturday 13th June 2009
Event: Norwegian Wood
Venue: Frognerbadet
Location: Vigeland Park, Oslo, Norway
I bet summer in Norway is beautiful!
copy of future AD for SCENE magazine AWATS live
click on image for full size viewing
RR will be placing a full page color ad in next Wednesday's edition of SCENE magazine, which happens to be their special Summer Edition that sits on shelves until Labor Day Weekend! The artwork was done by our friend Bill Bricker from Toddata.com...
RR will be placing a full page color ad in next Wednesday's edition of SCENE magazine, which happens to be their special Summer Edition that sits on shelves until Labor Day Weekend! The artwork was done by our friend Bill Bricker from Toddata.com...
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Atricle: AWATS live show Cleveland Scene
http://www.clevescene.com/c-notes/archives/2009/05/13/todd-rundgren-performing-wizard-in-akron
Todd Rundgren Performing "Wizard" in Akron
Posted by Michael Gallucci on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 11:29 AM
Todd Rundgren will perform his 1973 album, A Wizard, a True Star, in its entirety for the first time ever in Akron on September 6.
Even though Rundgren's previous album, Something/Anything?, is a better record, Wizard has its fans. It's a particularly crucial album in Rundgren's long career because it's one of his first truly experimental works (it also includes songs like "Rock & Roll Pussy" and "Just Another Onionhead," for what it's worth).
The concert could be totally cool (given the songs' way-out-there psychedelic vibe) ... or it could be a complete bust (given the songs' way-out-there psychedelic vibe).
Some of the tracks — like "Just One Victory" — have been included in Rundgren's live sets over the years, but this will be the first time he's ever performed the whole record, from start to finish and in order, onstage.
Rundgren and his band will also perform some of his other songs before playing A Wizard, a True Star.
The concert starts at 8 p.m. on September 6 at the Akron Civic Theatre. Tickets start at $50 . —Michael Gallucci
Todd Rundgren Performing "Wizard" in Akron
Posted by Michael Gallucci on Wed, May 13, 2009 at 11:29 AM
Todd Rundgren will perform his 1973 album, A Wizard, a True Star, in its entirety for the first time ever in Akron on September 6.
Even though Rundgren's previous album, Something/Anything?, is a better record, Wizard has its fans. It's a particularly crucial album in Rundgren's long career because it's one of his first truly experimental works (it also includes songs like "Rock & Roll Pussy" and "Just Another Onionhead," for what it's worth).
The concert could be totally cool (given the songs' way-out-there psychedelic vibe) ... or it could be a complete bust (given the songs' way-out-there psychedelic vibe).
Some of the tracks — like "Just One Victory" — have been included in Rundgren's live sets over the years, but this will be the first time he's ever performed the whole record, from start to finish and in order, onstage.
Rundgren and his band will also perform some of his other songs before playing A Wizard, a True Star.
The concert starts at 8 p.m. on September 6 at the Akron Civic Theatre. Tickets start at $50 . —Michael Gallucci
Saturday, May 9, 2009
RundgrenRadio May 12 RICK DERRINGER
http://www.RundgrenRadio.com
Tuesday May 12, 2009 at 8:30pm ET
ROCK AND ROLL, HOOCHIE KOO! HANG ON SLOOPY!
Guitarist Rick Derringer played on 4 of Todd Rundgren's solo albums including A WIZARD, A TRUE STAR! In case you've been living in a cave -- Todd will be performing AWATS live this September in Akron --- wwwAWATSlive.com. Not sure who will be in the band with him yet so this does not mean Rick is going to be a part of this gig :-).
Rick's resume is so extensive you'll need to check his website for all the other information ...
http://www.rickderringer.com/
Tuesday May 12, 2009 at 8:30pm ET
ROCK AND ROLL, HOOCHIE KOO! HANG ON SLOOPY!
Guitarist Rick Derringer played on 4 of Todd Rundgren's solo albums including A WIZARD, A TRUE STAR! In case you've been living in a cave -- Todd will be performing AWATS live this September in Akron --- wwwAWATSlive.com. Not sure who will be in the band with him yet so this does not mean Rick is going to be a part of this gig :-).
Rick's resume is so extensive you'll need to check his website for all the other information ...
http://www.rickderringer.com/
more tour dates for ARENA tour
More Todd tour dates announced!
Tues June 16 Seattle - Triple Door
Thur June 18 San Francisco - Slims
Fri June 19 Los Angeles - Nokia Theater
Sat June 20 Las Vegas - Aliante Casino
Sun June 28 Toronto - Mod Club Theater
Tues June 30 Unionville CT - Infinity Hall
Fri July 3 Detroit - Comerica Cityfest
Sat July 4 Naperville IL - Ribfest
Tues June 16 Seattle - Triple Door
Thur June 18 San Francisco - Slims
Fri June 19 Los Angeles - Nokia Theater
Sat June 20 Las Vegas - Aliante Casino
Sun June 28 Toronto - Mod Club Theater
Tues June 30 Unionville CT - Infinity Hall
Fri July 3 Detroit - Comerica Cityfest
Sat July 4 Naperville IL - Ribfest
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