Singer-songwriter album given to Celestis
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Celestis was recently given a gift in the form of music. Susan VanWarmer, wife of participant Randy VanWarmer, sent a newly released compilation album of her husband's work in thanks and support of our mission. The album is called "Just When I Needed You Most," also a hit single song in 1979, and contains nine never released recordings of songs found on rehearsal tapes in his studio.
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Randy always carried the dream of becoming an astronaut. It shows in his songwriting with the song called "I'm Gonna Build Me a Rocket." It also shows on the cover of his Terraform album; he's wearing an Apollo 11 suit. Susan was able to fulfill his dream of crossing over into space and Randy was a participant on both the Explorers and Legacy flights and is also a participant on the upcoming New Frontier Flight.
Every quote in the liner notes, every description of friendship, described what a warm, thoughtful person Randy was, that he was a best friend to all. "Randy had a way of looking right into your eyes, that made you feel important," said his friend Roger Earl.
The first song, #1 hit "I'm In A Hurry (And I Don't Know Why)” will have your toes tapping the moment it starts playing. "Time and Money" stands out as well, with its rich, sassy saxophone lines and backup vocals. It’s reminiscent of The Commitments, the band from the movie of the same name. "There's A Rhythm" also features some wonderful harmonies but with a more free-flowing feel that puts the listener in mind of Creedence Clearwater Revival.
What most striking about this album is its overall versatility. Some songs have a more country or folk feel, like John Denver, while some have that electronic, poppy feel not uncommon in the 80s. Randy's voice comes through clearly and beautifully in every style. His style never sounds like imitation, but an honest and true representation of his talents.
You can read his full bio here and visit his website here. We'd like to say "thank you" to Susan vanWarmer for sending this album to us and sharing the music of Randy VanWarmer.
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Randy always carried the dream of becoming an astronaut. It shows in his songwriting with the song called "I'm Gonna Build Me a Rocket." It also shows on the cover of his Terraform album; he's wearing an Apollo 11 suit. Susan was able to fulfill his dream of crossing over into space and Randy was a participant on both the Explorers and Legacy flights and is also a participant on the upcoming New Frontier Flight.
Every quote in the liner notes, every description of friendship, described what a warm, thoughtful person Randy was, that he was a best friend to all. "Randy had a way of looking right into your eyes, that made you feel important," said his friend Roger Earl.
The first song, #1 hit "I'm In A Hurry (And I Don't Know Why)” will have your toes tapping the moment it starts playing. "Time and Money" stands out as well, with its rich, sassy saxophone lines and backup vocals. It’s reminiscent of The Commitments, the band from the movie of the same name. "There's A Rhythm" also features some wonderful harmonies but with a more free-flowing feel that puts the listener in mind of Creedence Clearwater Revival.
What most striking about this album is its overall versatility. Some songs have a more country or folk feel, like John Denver, while some have that electronic, poppy feel not uncommon in the 80s. Randy's voice comes through clearly and beautifully in every style. His style never sounds like imitation, but an honest and true representation of his talents.
You can read his full bio here and visit his website here. We'd like to say "thank you" to Susan vanWarmer for sending this album to us and sharing the music of Randy VanWarmer.
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