Vicki Randle - vocalist, percussionist, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter is one of the most visible and hard working musicians in America. For 14 years Vicki Randle has been the lead singer and percussionist of the acclaimed Tonight Show Band led by Kevin Eubanks, playing the diverse and eclectic mix of styles that makes the band so unique. For most of her musical life (that started when she was 16) she has been a staple in the studio and on the road. There's a good bet you own a CD that she is credited on, have seen a video or concert she was featured in, watched a film, tv show or commercial that features her voice.
"the first time i ever remember hearing music - Leonard Bernstein, his Young People's Concert series - i began to cry. Although i couldn't figure out why, i soon worked out that it felt like the deepest love i could imagine. Instantly, music became an irresistible force i was compelled to follow. i cannot imagine my life without the energy, power and grace and comfort of it."
Beginning first as a singer and acoustic guitarist, inspired by Joni Mitchell and James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt and Cris Williamson she divided her early career between political causes such as anti-war, gay and women's rights rallies of the 70's and 80's and showcase clubs around Southern California, notably the Ice House and the Bla Bla Cafe.
Becoming a sideperson paid the bills and provided the ever evolving musical challenges that she craved. That soon transformed into years of recording sessions, gigs and world touring. She has toured and/or recorded with Wayne Shorter, Kenny Loggins, Lionel Richie, George Benson; Aretha Franklin, Celine Dion,Dr. John, Linda Tillery, Herbie Hancock, Laura Nyro and Mickey Hart and many, many more, playing percussion, guitar, keys, bass, even harmonica as well as providing both background, lead and duet vocal duties in an extraordinary array of musical styles and for an astonishing number of artists. She has worked on numerous recordings, TV and Film soundtracks (composing as well as performing), done shows with the Boston Pops, John Williams conducting, for the Prince of Wales, the King and queen of Spain and the 1997 Presidential Inauguration, on nearly every continent.
A San Francisco native, Vicki now lives in Venice Beach, rides a custom 1994 Harley-Davidson FXR, watches lots of hockey, runs and bikes with her two siberian huskies and Reads Actual Books. Having done just about everything else one can accomplish in the music industry, Vicki has finally set down on record her own songs. Her first solo project Sleep City, produced by the legendary Bonnie Hayes, is available now at iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby
Thanks for adding me as a MySpace friend. Always love to see you come out from behind the percussion to sing on Leno and thought maybe we would hear/see you do vocal and guitar on there as well sometime. Tell Kevin and Jay I said so.
So cool to be in touch again! Thank you for the friendship and the kind words about my mooozic! :D I hope to see you next time I'm in Los Angeles, as the OPEC Girl would love to catch up a little! ;D
Hey Girl just a shout from NY..you know i still have tapes from the Varied Voices Tour...Brick Hut etc...I always thought the song "Blessed with the right to be" was amazing...with Gwyenn...hope our paths cross again love Barbara
i went 2 both shows at f&s this weekend ... in a word, the shows were chinchilla! luv ur art - didn't get a closer look, circles on both forearms near the elbow - significance?
peas and blessings, & a wonderful season 2 you, family & luvd 1's.
latin's a bit rusty. didn't know you were such a scholar. loved your show with cris, julie, barb and teresa at the F&S saturday ... decided to come back for more sunday ... very nice. blessings 2 u and friends and family in this season (and all year round for that matter). yes, the big G is present, always.
Well Happy New Year darlin'! We are ready for 2009 and beyond! All is well and real fine. Our future is gonna be bright! Peace&Love geo/daret and company
I've put a new track up called L!! (Well, it's 12yrs old but someone said I should) plus some amazing photos by a Canadian lady called Marjorie j. Toro ~ inc one where she's almost standing at the edge of a rainbow ~ brilliant!
Hey how are you? I would it one of these days if you come up north to visit. I think you would love it here! Miss seeing your beautiful face! I am playing this Sat. 8pm at Steynberg Gallery , San Luis Obispo! xoxo
