“Alex is a master guitarist whose songwriting continues to flourish.” – Courier News, NJ
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Press Release
For release on or about April 7, 2022
Contact Information:
Alex Radus
alex@alexradus.com
908.797.6421
Alex Radus releases Monongahela (Live), a tribute to Pittsburgh and PA steel towns, on April 7.
Singer/songwriter Alex Radus will release Monongahela (Live) on April 7, as part of his full length album, Tributaries (Recorded Live at Godfrey Daniels). Now a staple of the eastern PA music scene, Radus spent his youth in and around Pittsburgh, especially Monongahela, his family’s hometown.
Monongahela is a tribute to the history, spirit and grit of Pennsylvania steel towns and the Greatest Generation. In Monongahela, Radus imagines what it might have been like for generations of his family to grow up in small town America, create community, live through and serve in World Wars, and raise families in boom and bust times. Monongahela was recorded live at the legendary listening room, Godfrey Daniels, located in another storied steel town, Bethlehem, PA.
Tributaries is a collection of Radus originals in celebration of a common theme: tributes to the people, places and muses that inspire and shape us. How fitting then for Radus to record Tributaries at Godfrey Daniels, an institution that is part of his family heritage. Radus’ uncle, Doug (Ol’ Moose) Anderson, performed at Godfreys with John Gorka, Richard Shindell and Russ Rentler in the club’s formative years.
“The musicians in my family were a huge influence growing up, and Godfreys was part of the family folklore,” says Radus. “This album celebrates the many tributaries that come together to shape our lives. Recording a collection of songs of tribute at such a storied venue was the perfect fit.”
Tributaries includes a live version of Radus’ fan favorite–We Can’t Play Like Django–an homage to the guitar-great Django Reinhardt. Django features jaw-dropping performances by Pyrenesia, a Delaware Valley-based gypsy-swing quartet. Tributaries also includes songs in honor of Pennsylvania steel-towns (Monongahela) and Radus’ daughters (My Heart Will Stay and Prayer for Nicolette).
Radus will mark the release of Tributaries with a debut performance at Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University. Special guest Pyrenesia.
Alex Radus Trio feat. Pyrenesia
Tributaries Album Release Concert
Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University (with support from Godfrey Daniels)
Thursday, April 7, 2022 – 7:30PM
$20
Ticket Link: https://zoellner.cas.lehigh.edu/content/alex-radus-trio-album-release-concert
Learn more about Radus’ music and upcoming performances at www.alexradus.com and @alexradusmusic.
Press for “We Can’t Play Like Django” (feat. Pyrenesisa) [Live], the first single off Tributaries.
A “captivating” and “enthralling” release by “genre-bending storyteller, Alex Radus”. – Underground Music Collective “Django” Premiere
“A compelling fan account of Reinhardt’s life and influence.” – New Jersey Stage
“Django” is Makin Waves Song of the Week on New Jersey Stage.
As heard on:
WDIY 88.1
WDVR 89.7
WPRB 103.3
Delaware Public Media: 91.1 WDDE; 91.7 WMPH; and 88.1 WMHS
Jersey Rocks
RadioFree Lambertville
Django EPK available here.
Artist Brief
Alex Radus is known as a “sultry crooner” (City Paper) and “master guitarist” (Courier News), but his songwriting takes center stage, pairing whimsical and poignant storytelling with a genre-bending mix of Americana, swing, blues, folk and more. Radus has toured the country extensively, recorded multiple albums, and earned awards, nominations and critical acclaim for his songwriting, recording and performing. Radus’ music has been featured on radio, TV and film, including Adolescence, directed by Ashley Avis (Black Beauty). His releases include Jewels & Tinware (“creative, original…perfect” – Steel Notes Magazine) and Love Me Like You Hate Me (“impressive…eerie, intense and wonderful” – Morning Call). A staple of the eastern PA music scene, Radus is a frequent performer at the region’s best festivals and venues, including Musikfest, Godfrey Daniels, Steelstacks, World Cafe Live and more. Alex Radus Trio features Daniel Manchester (upright bass) and Charlie Heim (drums). Their upcoming album, Tributaries, was recorded live at the legendary Godfrey Daniels.
“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!” – WDVR (89.7 FM)
“[Alex Radus] has charmed the pants of many a lass ‘n’ lad with that F-hole twanging Geetar and that sullen sultry croon.” – Philadelphia Inquirer
“His voice, oh Jesus, his voice. This man can sing!” – Elucidator
“Connicky crooner…” – The City Paper, Philadelphia
Bio
Alex Radus’ music draws from across the American songwriting spectrum and beyond, leapfrogging genres and blurring the lines between them. An award-winning and critically acclaimed singer/songwriter, Radus hails from Pennsylvania’s artistically rich Lehigh and Delaware River Valley region.
Radus began his career as the Y chromosome in the Americana duo, duende, which toured extensively, playing some of the country’s best listening rooms. In the early aughts, duende became a staple of Alphabet City’s Anti-Folk scene at the Sidewalk Café, where Radus performed alongside some of NYC’s best up-and-coming and established songwriters, including Regina Spektor, the Moldy Peaches and Chris Barron.
Radus is known as a “sultry crooner” (The City Paper) and a “master guitarist” (Courier News), but his songwriting always takes center stage. An adept composer across diverse genres, Radus pairs whimsical and poignant storytelling with a sophisticated mix of Americana, swing, blues, folk, Anti-folk, country and more.
Radus’ music and performances have been featured on radio, film and television, including three songs featured in 2018’s Adolescence, directed by Ashley Avis (Black Beauty). His discography includes: Jewels & Tinware (“creative, original…perfect” – Steel Notes Magazine); Love Me Like You Hate Me (“impressive…eerie, intense and wonderful” – The Morning Call); and duende (“a fluid, melodic hybrid of roots music” – The Village Voice). Most recently, Radus released a self-titled, debut album with his alt rock project, Hot4Robot (“a brilliant vision…a multi-layered, adventurous soundscape” – Underground Music Collective). His upcoming album, Tributaries, was recorded live at the legendary listening room, Godfrey Daniels (to be released April 7, 2022).
The Alex Radus Trio features Daniel Manchester (Pyrenesia) on upright bass and Charlie Heim (Johnny Showcase; Martha Graham Cracker; Grady Hoss and the Sidewinders) on drums. A staple of the eastern PA music scene, Radus is a frequent performer at the region’s best festivals and venues, including Musikfest, Zoellner Arts Center, Godfrey Daniels, Steelstacks, World Cafe Live and more.
Awards and Nominations
Outstanding Singer/Songwriter 2014 nominee – Lehigh Valley Music Awards
Outstanding Album 2014 nominee for Jewels & Tinware – Lehigh Valley Music Awards
Best Male Solo Artist 2014 nominee – 93.7 WSTW Homey Awards
Best Songwriter 2004 – Upstage Magazine
Recipient – B.E.A.M. Grant for Independent Music – 2003
“Alex Radus is one skillful fretman who seems poised to break out.” – The Morning Call
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Alex Radus
alex@alexradus.com
@alexradusmusic
