Chris Horne: lead guitar on Call Them Blue, percussion.
Mikey G: percussion.
All songs written by Alex Radus except Spin the Bible, written by Alex Radus and Carla Catanzareti.
"Disorganized Religion" Filmed and Edited by Juan Hardy
Filmed at Philafunk Live, Philadelphia, PA
The obscenely talented Lance Davis performing his song, "Sea, Sky and I." In between creating beautiful music and generally being awesome, Lance also found the time to produce my new record, "Love Me Like You Hate Me."
Influences
Nathan Moore, Mark Knopfler, Martin Sexton, Ani DiFranco, The Moldy Peaches, Jeff Buckley, ThaMuseMeant, Warren Zevon, Tom Waits, Radiohead, Django Reinhardt, Tori Amos, Chet Baker, Frank Sinatra, Pete Seeger, Chris Thomas King, Wilco, Andy Waldeck, Johnny Cash, Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings
Sounds Like
Ryan Adams, Martin Sexton, Jeff Buckley, (new) Bob Dylan, (some) Tom Waits
The music of Philadelphia-based singer/songwriter, Alex Radus, is difficult to describe in conventional genre terms. Coming from the songwriting school that versatility is a Good Thing, his newest release, LoveMeLikeYouHateMe, spans the gulf from Americana TrashCan Blues, to Post-Folk, Acoustic SadBastard and Country Noir. Fans have added their two cents over the years with “Jeff Buckley meets Ryan Adams,” and “Chet Baker meets Tom Waits over a cup of coffee with Martin Sexton.”
LoveMeLikeYouHateMe is Radus’s debut solo release, after having toured and recorded with the Folk Noir duo, Duende from 2000-2005. With Duende, Radus brought his music coast to coast and abroad, receiving international critical acclaim. Duende also built a strong following in the New York City Anti-Folk scene, performing with acts such as Regina Spektor, Nellie McKay, Lach and Chris Barron. After the dissolution of Duende, Radus returned to academia, but kept one foot in the music world, beginning to piece together a strong solo repertoire. Although musicianship and songwriting are integral to Radus’ approach, it is his voice which consistently leaves audiences breathless and coming back for more.
Radus performs extensively both with his full band, Alex Radus and The SadBastards, and as a solo act, and is able to command both roles with ease. On 7.7.7, Radus released LoveMeLikeYouHateMe to a packed room at Piano’s in NYC before embarking on a summer-long tour in support of his new release. Radus was very well received on tour, selling hundreds of CD’s to new fans in New York City, Portland, Portsmouth, Burlington, Boulder, Denver and Phonix to name a few. To cap off the summer’s festivities, Radus returned home for his Philadelphia CD Release at the Tin Angel. The evening was a smashing success and buzz around the show earned Radus mentions in three successive issues of Philadelphia’s City Paper.
Radus is currently in search of a label and management to help make his budding solo career a success. LoveMeLikeYouHateMe is a strong debut showing, but the songwriter has a much larger bag of tricks and is anticipating an equally mature and accessible sophomore showing.
CONTACT:
For East Coast Booking, Contact
Lori Donavan @ The Fourth Leaf Company
www.thefourthleaf.com
For West Coast Booking, Contact
Philip Einsohn @ Only the Best Booking
www.onlythebestbooking@yahoo.com
All other inquiries should be directed to alex@alexradus.com
Fans of Duende, Alex's past project with Maria Woodford (myspace.com/mariawoodford) can download the 2-disc final Duende show - recorded at the legendary Godfrey Daniels before a sold out crowd. A must have for Duende fans - or anyone who loves some good acoustic Americana!
"[Love Me Like You Hate Me] is impressive...eerie, intense and wonderful."
Josh Berk
The Morning Call, Allentown
"Philly's lo-fi noir jazz-punk-blues-C&W...think an un-annoying Chris Isaac. Plus, he's got the best new CD title, 'Love Me Like You Hate Me.'"
A.D. Amorosi
City Paper, Philadelpiha
"Love this guy...'Love Me Like You Hate Me' is a MUST HAVE CD from one of Philly's best musicians."
Cindy, host of Kinetic Cuts--www.radiovolta.org
"Connicky crooner"
City Paper, Philadelphia
“Alex brings an uncanny measure of refinement to the songwriting craft. His wit and wisdom come to light in lyrics that are poignant and sophisticated. His guitar work gravitates between inspired and brilliant. In short - this kid can cook."
Chris Poh, WDVR.
"Radus is a master guitarist whose songwriting continues to flourish."
Bob Makin, Courier News, NJ.
"A+ material."
The Hook, Charlottesville, VA.
"Alex Radus is one skillful fretman who seems poised to break out."
The Morning Call, PA
ALEX RADUS: Love Me Like You Hate Me
Americana TrashCan Blues, Post-Folk, Country Noir, Acoustic SadBastard. Singer/Songwriter with full band, ala Ryan Adams, Tom Waits and Wilco.
DUENDE: DUENDE: Maria Woodford & Alex Radus
Duende's debut album. A must have for fans of down-home acoustic Americana goodness. There are roughly 20 copies left and they will not be repressed! Get 'em while ya can!
DUENDE: Peppers and Jelly
Compiled from three live performances in NYC, Boston and NJ, "Peppers and Jelly" shows off Duende's unique blend of folk, blues, old-time Appalachian, Celtic music and Hot Club-inspired swing.
ALEX RADUS: Mad Faith
Edgy lyrics, soaring vocals, smart pop-rock musicianship. Also featuring Rick Lowenberg (Brothers Past) on drums and Josh Berger (Omnisoul) on bass.
Great to be sitting here @ Pearly Bakers and listening to u again. Haven't heard u live since the Darfur concert @ NCC. Awesome music, vant wait til next time! U rock :o)
HeyAlex! I just wanted to let you know, I sent one of my guests to come and see you last night at pearly baker's...he wanted to see live music and I told him about you being in town...he went down! Also I don't know if you want to add the Rock for Relay event to your site or not just to let people know what you will be doing on the 21st...thanks sooooo much!
Check out a new song I uploaded to www.myspace.com/rokboxstudios --that Gina Degnars (Stygian Veil) and I collaborated on for a possible soundtrack for the new Twilight film "New Moon"! It's titled 'Headrush" -- enjoy!
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Great Job last saturday, overall I thought the show was really enjoyable. Plus you pick up alot fans every time you stop by Fuel house...see you around
AMAZING show Sat night at the Tin Angel ! You are truely a gift to this world Alex. Your peformance was flawless, as always. The most gifted and talented performer I've seen. Can't wait to have you back at the Fuel House !
It was so much fun canvasing with your mom in PA. We did it! It paid off!, and we just had our very first Change meeting in Somerville. They said these meetings are being held nationwide.
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