Randall's band:
Drums: Paul Eckberg
Guitar: Andy Osenga
Keys: Winn Elliott
Bass: Aaron Sands
Piano: Randall Goodgame
BGVs: Amy Goodgame, Jason Eskridge
Booking:
booking@wintonelliott.com
Influences
Lately, my wife and kids, and whomever I spend time with during the week.
Otherwise.. Paul Simon Bob Dylan Nancy Griffith Patty Griffin Homestar Runner Stevie Wonder Jimmy Buffett Gillian Welch Chaim Potok Madam Jean Guyon David Wilcox Jim Croche and others...
Sounds Like
Herbie Hancock
Bill Withers
Marc Cohn
Bruce Hornsby
John Mayer
Andy Osenga
Andrew Peterson
Andy Gullahorn
Eric Peters
Jeremy Casella
Simplicity, tranquility and a mind with an air of other-worldliness – these are the qualities that struck me most about Randall Goodgame as he sat perfectly at ease and cross-legged on the couch opposite me. I could tell that he is someone who sees the world very differently from most of us. Common everyday things, such as a pair of old army pants, can extract a stirring song from Randall’s thoughtful, inquisitive mind (in “Susan Coats’ Pants” from the 2004 record “War and Peace”). Encapsulating what inspires this artist cannot be limited to mere paragraphs… it is life in general. “Melody and meaning,” Randall said to me. Those are what music must posses for him… and I believe him. In a generation that feeds on either watery, ambient sound with brooding lyrics or overly-manufactured pop, Randall steps forward to bring feeling and depth back with his rhythmic tunes for a listening experience reminiscent of music legends such as Stevie Wonder, Elton John and Paul Simon.
Four years have passed since the release of Randall’s last album “War and Peace,” and now he’s writing again for album number five. Well-versed in folk music as a frequent writer for the group Caedmon’s Call (INO Records), Randall is putting down his guitar and going back to the instrument he grew up on – the piano. “The songs I’m writing,” said Randall, “are what happens when I’m writing on the instrument I’m most comfortable with.” What you will hear is a representation of Randall’s musical past blended with his real-life experiences in the present. “Reverie,” a new song written about his wife of seven years, is the mark of Randall’s maturity as an artist, how the past four years have molded him and, in a way, reveals his true musical identity. From the smooth, soulful vocals to the rich and captivating piano melody, “Reverie” invites the listener to celebrate love and devotion with a joyful innocence. A whole new chapter begins to unfold through the infectious, piano-based melodies he is creating, once again letting all that surrounds him become a part of the song and a part of the story that is Randall Goodgame.
randall, i just really miss u ...ur presence at the artisan is much missed...and well i just moved onto the MU campus and u coming would make me oh so happy...u have so many fans here and u can't leave 'em hangin' :)
you were in my dream last night...you were in the middle of a concert but between each song u explained them fully...it was a really cool dream :) oh and you had a HUGE audience
Randy, thank you. Yes, we are family. You're my BIC - Brother in Christ. Corny, I know. Keep that light shining! May the Lord continue to bless you, yours, and everything you do. I'd love to get back in the studio with you. Please send your new personal e-mail to mine. Amy has it. I know how organized you can be! :-)
Also, thank you for being involved in Compassion's ministry to children in need.
Did you know that Compassion has this really cool widget that will show a child that is waiting for a sponsor? Just imagine how you will feel if just one child is sponsored because of your efforts.
randalll! i don't know if you remember me, but my names johanna. we played frisbee together in west virginia one year when you were singing there. i was listening to chris rice the other day, and i was like man this reminds me of randall goodgame! so i looked you uppp. i miss you! you're musics sooo good (:
