Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jamiroquai, Led Zeppelin, King's X, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Extreme, Roots, Rage Against The Machine, Blues Traveler, Rush, Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, the Beatles, Beck, Otis Redding, Michael McDonald-led Dobbie Brothers songs, Black Crowes, about 45% of Prince, early Lenny Kravitz, P-Funk, Sly, Living Colour, Joe Cocker, Van Halen with Hagar, Cake, Randy Newman, Harry Connick Jr., Beastie Boys, Frank Sinatra, Bill Withers, Buddy Rich, Michael Jackson until 'Dangerous', G Love, Nirvana, Paul Simon, CCR, NWA, Stone Temple Pilots, Oscar Peterson, Queensryche's 'Operation Mindcrime' album, Dave Weckl, Andrew Llyod Webber, Soundgarden, 70's disco, 80's hard rock (Crue, Winger), Alice in Chains, Elvis, and Supertramp
Starting 2008 with plenty of momentum, Jason Yudoff has just released his second studio album, a 12-track disc entitled "Tragic Hero". Produced by the enigmatic Ron Thaler (Kirsten DeHaan, Kacie Sheik, The Led Zep Project) and mastered by the legendary, Grammy-winning Scott Hull (Steely Dan, John Mayer, David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen, Herbie Hancock and a veritable who’s who of music legends), this sophomore effort delivers wicked grooves, soulful vibes, vintage sounds, tasty melodies, and introspective lyrics about life, love, and loss.
"Tragic Hero" has already begun to attract attention. Mere weeks after it’s release, it has already been placed on the Official 2008 Grammy Ballot in 4 categories - including Album of the Year, Record of the Year ('Personal Addict') and Best New Artist. Jason was chosen by the Songwriters Hall Of Fame for their 61st New Writers Showcase, performing 'You Should Be My Girl' and '5 More Minutes'. He has appeared twice on "The Joey Reynolds Show", been featured on Woozyfly.com, Indie-Music.com and FashionWeekDaily, and is now actively supporting Tragic Hero on both coasts - rocking shows in sublime Los Angeles venues like The House of Blues, The Mint and The Derby to compliment his NYC shows at Pianos, Crash Mansion and The Bitter End.
About "Tragic Hero", legendary rock drummer Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart, Jeff Beck) says: "Great voice, killer keys, interesting grooves… Soulful songs, old school - as they should be!”. Peter Bliss from SHOF raves: "In the tradition of our time honored keyboard player/singers - Jason lends his humor, his voice, groove and passion to a great set of original songs. Smart and funky, catchy and compelling - a great listen!" And WOR radio and television personality Joey Reynolds states simply: “Just terrific!”
"Tragic Hero" is now available on iTunes, Cdbaby, Napster, PayPlay, Buymusic, and many other online outlets. Check out www.jasonyudoff.com for the latest news, music, pics, videos, lyrics, merchandise, gigs, and street team information. Make sure to sign up for the mailing list to get all the latest news, grooves and tour dates.
I saw you at Waterside Plaza for Make Music NY, and thoroughly enjoyed a really great musical performance. There aren't a lot of bands that "deliver the goods" when they play live, but you did. Tight. Play that funky music . . .
J your performance was great at the songwriter hall of fame showcase. wish we could have had a second to chat. i have your song on my ipod and love it. you're doing great!
hey Jason, hope you doing great, I know by listening that your music is awesome, great sound,anyway, maybe I catch you @ Maxwell's on the 28th... good luck, man.. Alex
Hey Jay - just wanted to drop by and say I'll be thinking of you tonight - I'm sure you'll have a kick ass gig in L.A. Keep bringin the hotness, baby!!
YAY! Jason's coming to LA! Call me as soon as you get here. I don't know ANY places with a piano, but I have 2 keyboards you can borrow? Bring me a cd to buy as well! I can't wait to listen to it with you!
Congrats on the Grammy Ballot! Don't forget to go to http://madness.cmt.com and vote for Joseph Scott Niolet! His song "Monday Afternoon Rain" (which you co-produced, arranged and played keyboards on) made it to the second round of competition!
