I have had the pleasure of sharing the stage, and/or studio with John Duich, Pickles Piekarski, Tom O'Brien, Larry Beers, Steve Gerlach, John Richardson, Terry Wathen, Rob Newhouse, Steve Wozny, Brian Sheridan, Bean Weng, Jon Nudzen, Jeff Mince, Corky Siegel, Sam Lay, Eddie Blazonczyk, Matt Walker, Matt Lewis, Rich Parenti, Julie Frost, Deb Lader, Andy Jones, Andy Baker, Adam Levy, Tommi Zender, Ron Barnes, Keith Baumann, Dick Covert, Fiona Schenkelberg...(to be continued)
This is a slideshow of fans - with Ralph, with a picture OF ralph, in a RW t-shirt.... doing what they can to show support.
The pictures came from comments here or on the map, but if you prefer they not be in this slideshow, message me.
Influences
(for starters) Walt Kelly, The Beatles, and my daughter Fiona. also as a youthful listener i'd include as influences/loves choices
including:
David Bowie
The Who
Rolling Stones
Elvis Costello
T. Rex (Marc Bolan)
Paul Simon
Penguin Cafe Orchestra
Django Reinhardt
Squeeze
Graham Parker
Tom Petty
in no particular order, faves of the last 10 years:
Eliott Smith
Shuggie Otis
Blaxploitation soundtrack music
Various afro-funk compilations
Toots and the Maytals
Lucio Battiste
Miles Davis
The Honeydogs
Howlin' Wolf
Ralph Covert originally came to public attention with his first band, long-time Chicago favorites The Bad Examples. In February of 2001, Covert released his first children’s music album through Mini Fresh Records under the band name "Ralph's World." Now signed to Disney Sound, he has a CD/DVD set released on October 3, 2006 titled "Welcome To Ralph's World." Ralph's World entire catalogue is now represented by Disney. Covert’s creativity has found outlets in many other areas. Ralph has produced albums for several artists, and has written music for other purposes than The Bad Examples, including film work, music for theater and modern dance, songs for other artists to perform and record, and children’s songs. (more about Ralph Covert)
I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind. Some come from ahead and some come from behind. But I've bought a big bat. I'm all ready you see. Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!
We are very excited about playing at such an awesome jazz club. We have some great sets lined up for you, so don't miss it. Friday and Saturday November 20th and 21st, 5:00-8:30p at Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago
Aaron Koppel -Guitar, Matt Nelson; (Lupe Fiasco, Matthew Santos) -Keyboard, Graham Czach; (Chicago Afrobeat Project) -bass, Robert Tucker (Matthew Santos) -drums
OMG! Cold shivers is AMAZING. I know this is run by someone other then Ralph but you havto tell him for me... Just.. wow... Your amazing ralph. Seriously.
Im actually going to buy that cd right now from ebay.
Ralph, will the new album include any of the following: Laboratory, Love is just a gamble(damn the consequences?), In Your Room, Last Two Days of My Life, No More Days in the Sun, That Girl, Last Two Days of My Life, She Dances Like Frankenstein or any of the old songs?
Thanks for adding me as a friend. I met up with you and Rebecca at a Borders in Chestnut Hill, Mass. several years back. I was an RC at IMSA 20 years ago. Good thing we children's musicians never get older! A fan and fellow kids' musician in NH, Steve
I'm Not Tired - was from a compilation of short songs called "Hear and Gone in 60 Seconds" (or something like that.) It also has Justin Roberts' Just A Minute.
Question, is Not Tired on iTunes? (not that i could see)
Thanks for your friendship Ralph, check out our latest Blog about 2009 Teacher Appreciation Day...hope you will participate in our celebration of learning and leave a comment about a teacher who made a difference in your life.
my one year old son loves your music. whenever it comes on the disney channel or i play your cd's he comes running into the room and starts to boogie! thank you so much for your music and making him so happy!!!
Hi Ralph...been awhile so....Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!! and a very very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Thanks for all the music...still love all of it! Thanks for making the world a brighter place! peace
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