Monday, June 22, 2015

A Wizard/A True Birthday Boy



I thought it was only right, after weeks of tough love and criticism of Mr. Rundgren's recent releases, I'd remind myself why I've been a fan of Todd for 40 years. The man turns 67 years old today.

In a recent interview, he made a passing mention of more records to come and how he might even pick up the guitar again. Hopefully, he will play it and not blow into it for some experimental Bengalese hip-hop record.

In the meantime, these videos show two old friends stepping it up for each other. These boys can sure sing.










10 comments:

Duardo said...

Not the biggest Rundgren fan, but Wizard? Money!

Anonymous said...

"The Last Ride" is my slow jam. Do you think "Todd" is the most-forgotten of the early albums?

Anonymous said...

Just awesome. Wouldn't a Todd/Daryl R&B-tinged pop album be sweet? Randy

Shriner said...

Todd and I celebrate a birthday once again..

Be Nice To Me...

cmealha said...

Sometimes you have to be reminded of how great he really is. In watching the LFDH shows again I had a discussion about Todd and Daryl as singers. Daryl pretty much hits all the notes and Todd can be uncaring about whether or not he hits them sometimes but there's not comparison when it comes to moving me. Todd is the most emmotive singer and Daryl can't touch him in that department.

JAYESSEMM said...

Both Live From Daryl's House and Todd Rundgren are two musical gems I have mined from Burning Wood.

Thanks Sal!

A walk in the woods said...

Todd rocks!! You can just go right ahead and post about Captain Rundgren just 'bout any ol' time you want Sal...

and yes, I do love the current "Global" tour. That being said; yes, it would be fun if he has another pure pop LP in him. "Something/Anything" remains my favorite album of all time.

Sal Nunziato said...

I always thought the Todd record would have made one perfect single LP until I saw the entire record performed live and then I grew a new appreciation for it.

Eric said...

runt

bing stills said...

Saw Todd as part of the All-Starr Band a year ago and he sounded great on guitar. He seemed to be enjoying himself and had a couple of tasty solos. Hoping he does decide to play more great guitar pop yet again. Stranger things have happened...