Fire on the Bayou (live in the loop)

Last modified on 2009-09-08 03:56:57 GMT. 3 comments. Top.

Originally by The Meters, I offer this unique cover of Fire on the Bayou… with a sprinkle of blues guitar and harmonica.

Mr. Mystery (record release party)

Last modified on 2009-09-08 14:56:11 GMT. 0 comments. Top.

This is a version of Mr. Mystery (track 3 on Process Paradox) played with a band in the Loop, August 1st for the Process Paradox record release party. (Patrick Crecelius on bass, and Ben Majchrzak on the drums)

Spooky (live in the loop)

Last modified on 2009-09-08 03:47:17 GMT. 0 comments. Top.

Originally performed by Dusty Springfield, I offer this original cover of “Spooky”.

Interview with Jim Bruce on 88.1fm KDHX

Last modified on 2009-08-23 22:56:16 GMT. 0 comments. Top.

We arrived to the KMOX station around 10pm Saturday, August 22nd and were immediately greeted by a familiar face.

Jim Bruce, host of “Deader Than Ever” (10p-midnight every Saturday night) attended Richie’s Friday night show at Satchmo’s and invited him in-studio to talk about the new album “Process Paradox”.

Jim played 2 songs from the album (Mr. Mystery & A.DD.) on the air, filling the gaps with lively chatter about recording the CD and the release party. Jim even invited Richie back to play a few songs live in-studio.

“Thanks to Jim and the “Deader Than Ever” show for making me feel so welcome.” – Richie

Richie Explains Looping

Last modified on 2009-07-14 15:29:37 GMT. 0 comments. Top.

“For my live solo shows, I use sequencing (commonly known as ‘looping’) to perform all of the parts of a song by myself using a sampler.  For example, I might start off by recording a drum beat, then lay down a backing melody on the keyboard, then add a bassline, and ‘loop’ (or record) it all together. During this continuous playback I will then pick up my guitar, and sing the vocals, accompanied by the occasional harmonica.”
Richie’s method to building grooves can be approached in various orders of operation, and is commonly done in different ways every time he performs to keep the audience guessing until the end.  Spontaneity is usually the theme of every show.  One must both see and hear Richie in order to take in the spectacular skill and artistry of his truly unique process.  While Kihlken’s loose, hip-hopish drumming style reflects his youthful sense of throwing caution to the wind, his unique presentation and the mature arrangements of classic rock, funk, blues, jazz, soul and country selections indicate that he is one of the region’s top rising stars.  Richie preforms in bars around the St. Louis area on a weekly bases.

See an example of looping here (a video of me playing “Led Zepellin – When the Levee Breaks”)