Wednesday, March 12, 2014

"Todd Who" teaser



A quick look at an upcoming documentary on Todd Rundgren from an Aussie fans perspective.

Tuesday, March 11, 2014

RundgrenRadio SPECIAL GUEST TAJ MAHAL ON RUNDGRENRADIO.COM TONIGHT TUESDAY 3/11/14!

Be sure to visit www.SpiritOfHarmony.org

RUNDGREN RADIO AIRS TONIGHT 8:30PM ET!
http://rundgrenradio.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=7d4ed23baaa8cae5fe511ba60&id=06df8ba89c&e=289ddd0f6f
WITH SPECIAL GUEST TAJ MAHAL!

SPECIAL GUEST TAJ MAHAL ON RUNDGRENRADIO.COM TONIGHT TUESDAY 3/11/14!

We're still on a roll! Tonight, Tuesday 3/11/14 at 8:30pm ET at www.blogtalkradio.com/runt.

Henry Saint Clair Fredericks, who goes by the stage name Taj Mahal, is an internationally recognized blues musician who folds various forms of world music into his offerings. A self-taught singer-songwriter who plays the guitar, banjo and harmonica (among many other instruments), Mahal has done much to reshape the definition and scope of blues music during his 40+ year career by fusing it with nontraditional forms, including sounds from the Caribbean, Africa and the South Pacific.

You may recall one of Todd's many epic appearances on television when he performed with Taj Mahal and Michele Gray in 1989 on the show Night Music hosted by David Sanborn?  The song was "Never Mind the Why and Wherefore" from the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, H.M.S. Pinafore and they were accompanied by other musicians including Pat Metheny (guitar), Philippe Saisse (keyboards), Christian Marclay (turntables), and host David Sanborn (saxophone). 


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5m33BXNHIHM

Todd also joined Taj onstage on the same show for a rendition of Mahal's "She Caught The Katy".

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gC1a5UAWIus


RUNDGREN RADIO RETURNS NEXT WEEK WITH ANOTHER SHOW!

The current plan is to play one of the "The Difference" radio shows Todd used to host back in the 90's but that's subject to change if we get a guest.


FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM!

Check out what RR team member Lyn Veggiegirl Kalnitz has been doing with Todd/Utopia photos!

http://instagram.com/rundgrenradio# 

SPIRIT OF HARMONY FOUNDATION AUCTION!

You can get some COOL Todd/Utopia goods and help Todd's Foundation at the same time!  www.SpiritOfHarmony.org

AWATS DVD AVAILABLE FROM Toddstore.com

A Wizard, A True Star Live available on DVD and CD!   The DVD/CD coverage is from the first show in Akron, OH.  Doug and Cruisermel give it a TWO THUMBS UP!

That's not all you will find either at the Toddstore - they have insane low prices on some great stuff on the sale items page including $4.99 t-shirts from the TR orchestra shows in Rockford that were presented by you know who!  And going retro will be current when you get one of their $5.99 Todd in Cleveland Unpredictable concert shirts from the 2012 shows presented by RR.  They also have some newer AWATS and Todd To The Max shirts available.  Go see it all at www.Toddstore.com  

TODD RUNDGREN'S "UNPREDICTABLE" TOUR STARTS THIS MONTH.  TICKETS ON SALE FOR ALL SHOWS ...

http://www.rundgrenradio.com/todd-on-tour.html

This time Prairie Prince will be joining the band that will also feature Jesse Gress and Kasim Sulton.

TOUR DATES/CITIES NOW AVAILABLE FOR RINGO'S ALL-STARR BAND TOUR with TODD RUNDGREN.  TICKETS FOR THE CLEVELAND SHOW GO ON SALE THIS THURSDAY (presale) and FRIDAY (public)!

http://www.rundgrenradio.com/todd-on-tour.html


GREAT FAN REVIEWS FROM THE KASIM SULTON CONCERT IN CLEVELAND THIS PAST SUNDAY!  NEXT UP:  EVANSTON (Chicago area) TOMORROW NIGHT AT SPACE!

The tables have all been sold but there are some limited seating and standing areas still available!  http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3958294

LOOKING FOR OR SELLING TICKETS TO A TODD CONCERT?

Let us help if you need some assistance.  We have a nice fan network of buyers and sellers for each show.  We can't guarantee finding you tickets for the sold out shows but we've had much success helping fans with sold out shows in the past.  There is no fee or anything, we just like to help fans connect and help each other. 
 

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Rundgren Radio airs TONIGHT. Special guest Gregg Rolie.

Rundgren Radio airs TONIGHT so don't forget . Special guest Gregg Rolie. Show starts at 8:30pm ET at www.blogtalkradio.com/runt

 Gregg Rolie is responsible for co-founding two phenomenally popular, multi-platinum many times over super groups that indeed are, SANTANA and JOURNEY. In 1998, the world class keyboardist-vocalist-producer was inducted into the Rock ‘n Roll Hall Of Fame as part of the original Santana band. In addition to launching- along with Carlos Santana - the
now legendary act, Rolie also co-produced their first four groundbreaking albums.
What’s more, his singing talents will forever be immortalized by his unforgettable lead vocals on classic Santana greatest hits including “Black Magic Woman” “Evil Ways” and the Tito Puente composition “Oye Como Va”.

Friday, February 28, 2014

Au Revoir Simone – “Boiling Point (Todd Rundgren Remix)” (Stereogum Premiere)


Au Revoir Simone
Studio wizard Todd Rundgren has made a nice habit of remixing other artists in the last couple of years. Following a surprise Lindstrøm rework, his take on “Elephant” by Tame Impala was the best of the many remixes the band did. Now the psych-pop legend has taken on Au Revoir Simone’s “Boiling Point.” It will appear on the band’s upcoming remix EP, brightness/contrast, along with takes by Étienne Daho and David Lynch, among others. The original was a spacious and pillowy track, but Rundgren rebuilds it into a shimmering and dramatic counterpoint. Listen below and check out the dates for Au Revoir Simone’s tour with Broken Bells.

 

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

SPECIAL GUEST PAT TRAVERS ON RUNDGRENRADIO.COM TONIGHT TUESDAY 2/25/14!

Be sure to visit www.SpiritOfHarmony.org

 

RUNDGREN RADIO AIRS TONIGHT 8:30PM ET!
http://rundgrenradio.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7d4ed23baaa8cae5fe511ba60&id=deb2da9a1f&e=289ddd0f6f
WITH SPECIAL GUEST PAT TRAVERS!

SPECIAL GUEST PAT TRAVERS ON RUNDGRENRADIO.COM TONIGHT TUESDAY 2/25/14!

We're on a roll! Tonight, Tuesday 2/25/14 at 8:30pm ET at www.blogtalkradio.com/runt.

Thinking back to his first concert experience, seeing none other than Jimi Hendrix live in Ottawa, Canada back in ’66, it’s no wonder that guitarist Pat Travers took the musical path that he did. Taking inspiration from some of the top players of the day, including said left-handed genius, Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck, Travers had already made a name for himself in his teens before joining ’50s rocker Ronnie Hawkins’ band and hitting the road. While this may have been enough for many guitarists, Travers left Hawkins’ band after only a year, ventured out into the unknown and created twenty-five plus years of memorable music along the way. (Dr. Matt Warnock, Guitar International)

Pat first performed with Todd on Saturday Night Live for the songs Healer and Time Heals. He recently performed with Todd again during the RR NYE 2013 event after starting the night with Pat Travers Band as support and then joining Todd onstage for a while.



RUNDGREN RADIO RETURNS NEXT WEEK WITH ANOTHER ROCK STAR GUEST!

Gregg Rolie is scheduled to be on Rundgren Radio next week March 4th!  Gregg Rolie is an American keyboardist, organist, and singer, who is one of the founding members of the bands Santana, The Storm, Abraxas Pool, and Journey, for whom he was the original lead singer.   He is touring again as a member of Ringo's All-Starr Band this year that includes Todd Rundgren.


AWATS DVD AVAILABLE FROM Toddstore.com

The long awaited A Wizard, A True Star DVD is finally here!   The video coverage is from the first show in Akron, OH.  Doug and Cruisermel give it a TWO THUMBS UP!

TODD RUNDGREN'S "UNPREDICTABLE" TOUR ANNOUNCED WITH DATES/CITIES.  TICKETS ON SALE ALREADY FOR MOST SHOWS ...

http://www.rundgrenradio.com/todd-on-tour.html

This time Prairie Prince will be joining the band that will also feature Jesse Gress and Kasim Sulton.

TOUR DATES/CITIES NOW AVAILABLE FOR RINGO'S ALL-STARR BAND TOUR with TODD RUNDGREN

http://www.rundgrenradio.com/todd-on-tour.html

Friday, February 21, 2014

Mega concert

http://www.rttnews.com/2273256/alice-cooper-sammy-hagar-and-slash-to-play-all-star-benefit-concert.aspx?type=ent

RA era video ..Kasim: LOVE REUNION



 This is one of the videos that were shown before the start of the RA shows. There were 3 others, One that features Willie called Sweet little Susie(Or something like that), Roger's Pipeline tune and another synthesizer piece. I'm not sure if these were burnt up in the warehouse fire in 1986, but if they were I'll bet Todd would love to get hold of these!

Thursday, February 20, 2014

old footage from 1973



Short promo clip, Todd Rundgren live at
Irvine Auditorium, Philadelphia. Super 8 film.
Video copyright George Manney.

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Rundgrenradio presents Todd Rundgren Feb 18

  • RundgrenRadio.com
  • 8:30pm ET on Tuesday 2/18/14 at www.blogtalkradio.com/runt or RundgrenRadio.com (click on LISTEN LIVE/ARCHIVES on the left menu).

    Plenty of topics to discuss, Les Paul Award, Vegas charity event, Unpredictable Tour, Ringo's All-Starr Band Tour, LIndstrom, Spirit of Harmony Foundation, AWATS DVD, possibility of more STATE shows, and Mythic Retreat to name a few!
  • Tuesday, February 11, 2014

    The winner is .......

    https://soundcloud.com/fernandoperdomomusic/collide-a-scope-dreaming-in?

    Friday, January 31, 2014

    Toddstore updates.

    trunpredictablespring
    Greetings Toddstore Friends !
    We are pleased to let you know that Todd will be hitting the road again in March & April for another UNPREDICTABLE Tour !
    Tour dates can be found above !
    Todd will also be joining Ringo Starr again this summer for a few weeks ..be sure to catch a show !
    Tour dates can be found here :
    Ringo Tour Dates
    Have you grabbed a LIVE AWATS DVD & CD yet ? We have them available now and are shipping daily !
    We have a brand new shirt for you to add to your Todd shirt collection ..this one is really cool..and has that "International Feel " ;)
    We have them in Unisex short sleeve and Ladies 3/4 sleeve v-neck !
    Grab one today so you dont miss out !
    Remember to also visit the NEW Utopia Merch website ..bringing back some of your old Utopia faves with a new twist !
    trstarsvneck
    trstarsmens
    awatsdvd

    Thursday, January 30, 2014

    TODD RUNDGREN SOMETHING ANYTHING DELUXE EDITION



    TODD RUNDGREN SOMETHING ANYTHING DELUXE EDITION, SLATED FOR RELEASE IN OCTOBER OF 1999 BY RHINO/WARNER BROS, WAS PULLED AT THE LAST MINUTE AS THERE WERE ISSUES WITH COPYRIGHT RELEASE OF SEGMENTS OF THE TODD RUNDGREN RADIO SHOW THAT INCLUDED OTHER ARTISTS. GOT AS FAR AS A TEST PRESS, NOT SURE HOW MANY GOT OUT. FEATURES 7 SEGMENTS FROM RADIO ADS, A DEMO RECORDING OF IT WOULDN'T HAVE MADE ANY DIFFERENCE, THE SINGLE VERSION OF "WOLFMAN JACK" WITH THE WOLFMAN ON VOCALS, AND THE HOUR LONG SPECIAL PRODUCED AND HOSTED BY TODD GIVING A BRIEF HISTORY OF HIS CAREER FROM 1967-1972.
    0:00 I SAW THE LIGHT
    3:00 IT WOULDN'T HAVE MADE ANY DIFFERENCE
    6:50 WOLFMAN JACK
    9:46 COLD MORNING LIGHT
    13:21 IT TAKES TWO TO TANGO (This is for the Girls)
    16:03 SWEETER MEMORIES
    19:41 SOUNDS OF THE STUDIO
    20:53 BREATHLESS
    24:08 THE NIGHT THE CAROUSEL BURNT DOWN
    28:37 SAVING GRACE
    32:50 MARLENE
    36:44 SONG OF THE VIKING
    39:19 I WENT TO THE MIRROR
    43:25 BLACK MARIA
    48:45 ONE MORE DAY (No Word)
    52:28 COULDN'T I JUST TELL YOU
    56:03 TORCH SONG
    58:55 LITTLE RED LIGHTS
    1:03:45 SOMETHING
    1:04:02 SOMETHING - FAST
    1:04:21 SOMETHING - SLOW
    1:04:41 SOMETHING(Couldn't I Just Tell You)
    1:05:00 SOMETHING (Dramatic)
    1:05:15 ANYTHING - DOO WOP
    1:05:45 TODD RUNDGREN - BACKWARDS
    1:05:48 IT WOULDN'T HAVE MADE ANY DIFFERENCE DEMO
    1:09:53 WOLFMAN JACK (Wolfman on Vocals)
    1:12:41 OVERTURE - MY ROOTS MONEY, THAT'S WHAT I WANT/MESSIN' WITH THE KID
    1:15:11 DUST IN THE WIND
    1:19:00 PISS AARON
    1:22:36 HELLO IT'S ME
    1:27:04 SOME FOLKS IS EVEN WHITER THAN ME
    1:31:04 YOU LEFT ME SORE
    1:34:18 SLUT
    1:38:21 THE TODD RUNDGREN RADIO SHOW

    something very rare.

    please dont share with the wrong people

    Tuesday, January 28, 2014

    Awats remastered vinyl available

    http://www.musicdirect.com/p-179615-todd-rundgren-a-wizard-a-true-star-limited-edition-180g-2lp.aspx?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=01-27-14&utm_content&utm_campaign=soundbytes&utm_email_address=GerryNemeth%40comcast.net#.UubhK47vL9M.facebook

    TR Spring Unpredictable Tour Dates

    New Ringo Starr tour dates announced

    Tuesday, January 28, 2014 – Today, Variety magazine revealed Ringo will launch another leg with this current All Starr Band from Casinorama in Rama, Ontario on June 6. They will do two shows at New York’s Beacon Theater June 17 and 18, and finish in Los Angeles at The Greek on July 19. On July 7, Ringo’s birthday, he will be in Los Angeles and invites everyone everywhere to join him at a Peace & Love celebration. Details to be announced closer to the date.

    This is the same line up Ringo has played with since 2012 and features Steve Lukather, Richard Page, Gregg Rolie, Todd Rundgren and Gregg Bissonette.

    “I love playing with this band,” Ringo said, “and I can’t wait to get back out and play with them again.”

    Here’s where you can catch them:

    June 6- Ontario - Ontario Rama Casino
    June 7- Canandaigua, NY- Sands Pavilion
    June 8- Williamsport, PA- Community Arts Theater
    June 10- Albany, NY- Palace Theater
    June 11- Westbury, NY - Theater at Westbury
    June 12 - Vienna, VA - Wolftrap
    June 14 - Oakdale Theater, Wallingford, CT
    June 15- Providence, RI - Performing Arts Center
    June 17- New York, NY- Beacon Theater
    June 18- New York, NY- Beacon Theater
    June 20- Red Bank, NJ - Count Basie Theater
    June 21 - Atlantic City, NJ - Caesars Circus Maximus
    June 22- Durham, NC - Durham PAC
    June 24 – Buffalo, NY - ArtPark
    June 25 Verona NY - Turning Stone Casino
    June 27 - Detroit, MI - DTE Energy Center
    June 28- Chicago, IL- Chicago Theater
    June 29 Cleveland, OH - Jacobs Pavillion Nautica
    July 1 Toledo, OH - Toledo Zoo Ampitheater
    July 3 Tunica MS - Horseshoe Casino
    July 5 Dallas, TX - Windstar World Casino
    July 9 Albuquerque, NM - Sandia Pavillion
    July 11- San Diego, CA- Humphrey's
    July 12 - Santa Barbara, CA - Santa Barbara Bowl
    July 13 San Jose CA - City National Civic of San Jose
    July 15 Vancouver BC - Hard Rock
    July 16 Woodenvile, WA – Chateau Ste Michelle
    July 19- Los Angeles, CA- Greek Theatre