A Feelgood Fix... Life of the Musician

New stuff

2012-01-09T10:00:00.000-08:00

Got some new stuff. I have nowhere to sleep now.

sorry yall, i got hacked, if you got some spam from me, im sorry. zach

2010-10-15T22:18:00.001-07:00

Zach Rudulph

www.zachonbass.com
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626 252-1491

Key Club

2010-06-19T05:38:00.001-07:00

Thanks to all who came out last night at the Key Club. Thanks to you, we kicked some FeelGood butt. Notice I said "butt" and not the other word.

Ouch

2010-06-06T08:36:00.000-07:00

killin

2010-06-04T14:04:00.001-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KVD-Nf4CSM&playnext_from=TL&videos=BY-MWzqelZ8

KILLIN!!!

Shogun Warrior

2010-05-30T08:46:00.000-07:00

Every first Sunday of the month at the Baked Potato in Studio City, Shogun Warrior takes over the world. Check them out.

take a minute for a laugh!!!

2010-05-28T18:37:00.000-07:00

soooo, im playing a couple of shows in vegas this weekend and russel peters is performing at the hardrock next door, i definitely wont miss his show, what a great comedian!

if you dont know him check out this clip!! if he's performing anywhere close to you make sure to not miss his show! its unbeliavable

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVcePxjFujs

ciaociao

robbierob

Kazuhito Yamashita

2010-05-23T10:43:00.000-07:00

Music at its best. This is one of the scariest things I've ever seen in my life.

Mountain Dew Campaign

2010-05-19T15:47:00.000-07:00

Mountain Dew's NEW Campaign to win over French business

Dale Turner

2010-05-16T16:55:00.000-07:00

My friend/teacher/coworker Dale Turner just released his album "Mannerisms Magnified". By far one of my favorite album that I got this year. And I'm not just saying that because he's my friend. All the tunes are beautifully written&composed, his one-of-a-kind guitar playing/voice will tickle your eardrums, and to sum it all up he played every instrument in the album!!

Please take a moment to check them out and get your minds blown away.

http://www.amazon.com/Mannerisms-Magnified/dp/B003MD1A2O/ref=pd_rhf_p_img_1

2010-05-12T19:34:00.000-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZsML4uWoiw&feature=channel

i freakin love this, go little Japanese Dude

After You've Gone

2010-05-10T16:09:00.000-07:00

Jawbreaker

2010-05-06T03:07:00.000-07:00

Don't eat a jawbreaker and get on an airplane...

By the look of your lips, the hostess will think you're having altitude problems and panic!

2010-05-05T18:50:00.001-07:00

Hey yall. Happy cinco! Hope everybody eats too many tacos

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Wynton Marsalis

2010-05-02T10:18:00.000-07:00

I almost fell of the chair when I first saw/heard this. Blew my mind. Wynton Marsalis is a genius.

2010-04-29T10:39:00.001-07:00

Yo,yo,yo. Dang I'm always like a day late on my blogs!! I heard that last Saturdays show was pretty rock'n I was too busy getting my bling on I couldn't make it;(

Owned

2010-04-25T11:50:00.000-07:00

a great swiss artist

2010-04-24T10:40:00.000-07:00

runnin a little late but still in timw, here we go:

here's a piece of my cultur, great artist zehnder!

enjoy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVzbVvfDVLA

ill see u at the show tonite

ciaociao

2010-04-23T11:55:00.001-07:00

Just want the whole feel good crew know that I love y'all. In fact I'm rockin the feel good t-shirt right now! Have a Killin show tomorrow

When you miss someone...

2010-04-20T18:53:00.000-07:00

So for some time now, I've been missing someone very dear to me. To cope, I'm posting a song that breaks my heart. It's by an artist whom I know this person loves dearly. Enjoy

Steve Jobs Speech

2010-04-18T21:10:00.000-07:00

Dakota Lounge this Saturday!

2010-04-13T15:49:00.001-07:00

2010-04-13T15:37:00.001-07:00

So Zach and I are on the set of GLEE episode #120 playing part of a
big band, and we cannot believe the catering fiasco up in this piece
( I'm obviusly channeling Zach). All this excess food and where does
it go at the end of the day? La basura :( This ain't no Chef Boyardee
either... anyone starving???

You can reach out and touch....the keypad

2010-04-11T08:43:00.000-07:00

Awesome

Multimedia message

2010-04-08T16:32:00.001-07:00

Yo my peeps. Sorry I missed my Wednesday blog. After returning from visiting the fam in south America I've hit the ground running, is this week flying by for anybody else? One more question. Is anybody else jones'n for a feel good gig?

Live from Chair 25

2010-04-07T23:19:00.000-07:00

2010-04-05T21:48:00.000-07:00

Whats up errbody. I hope yer hanggin in there. Its me Dave Mendoza and I have neglected to post on this thing until..... now. Yes its true, Im now apart of the cyber connection even deeper. I dont think its my day to post but this is just a "hey how are ya... Im here... Ill be writin... hope yer readin..." sort of thang. I havent had enough wine to really cut loose with this post, rest assure, I will soon. I really get into it if ya know what i mean. Speaking of wine, my wife found a real good one that realy sneaks up on ya. Its a french one called "Chateau de La Chaize" its a Brouilly and its not pronounced bro-u-ily as I recently found out. Its very light and smooth and it can really induce the giggles with the quickness as it has in my wife after only two glasses. The light weight didnt know what hit her. Ha! its like a $20 bottle and worth every penny. But dont take my word for it. Drink it for your self. Let me know what you think.

And now some words of wisdom...

Ill see ya next time

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOBDEhxd_WU

iPad

2010-04-04T11:36:00.000-07:00

Probably one of few reasons (if any) to get an iPad is for reading. For musicians this can be quite helpful because you don't have to carry around folder full or unorganized music charts and worry about losing charts. But then again, you would have to spend more than $500 ~ $850 for that. MMMMmmmmmmaybe not. I'm sure there will be bunch of cool apps later on such as a touchscreen console for recording software and whatnot. But no USB bus or Firewire??? Ouch... Much rather run over your iPhone/iTouch with a roller truck. Sorry to be bitter :)

Love from Calli, Colombia

2010-04-01T21:33:00.000-07:00

So sorry no sweet photos or dope videos from me ya'll. Im in Colombia visiting my wives family. Ill tell you what everything in this country is delicious, seriously the food is ridiculously good. I haven't been here in 4yrs so I forgot how good it is :) mmmmm! I miss my bed though, I aint gonna Lie

New Bio Costs Hours and Hair

2010-03-30T23:08:00.001-07:00

NEW BIO! AHHH! After hours of strenuous pondering and losing hair, we've reached satisfaction. Thanks to a few wonderful people, this cookie is fresh out the oven!

Feelgood is a generational combination of music into one pop, rock and soul melting pot. This melting pot has birthed comparisons to everyone from Maroon 5 to Prince. Backed by precision instrumentation and fronted by soul, Feelgood’s music transcends timelines and stereotypes.

Already touted by Music Connection Magazine as a “Potential Top 40 Radio Band,” Feelgood, formed in 2007, found itself playing in packed rooms in Los Angeles. From these shows grew Feelgood’s desire to move and elevate the crowd into a frenzy the moment the music kicks in.

The heart and soul of the band is multitalented musician, singer/songwriter Stefan Di Maria. While his vision didn’t connect overnight, Stefan was drawn to the performances of artists like Michael Jackson (whom he channeled for a rearing rendition of “Beat It” in front of his classmates in 1st grade) and the musicality of his father’s generation of classic rock bands. Collectively, the band cites the genius of Sting and Earth Wind and Fire as strong influences that allow them to bring conscious musical intelligence into the equation of Feelgood.

Once bitten by the performance bug, Stefan assembled a band of artists superbly proficient in their instruments, beginning with guitar virtuoso Kenny Echizen and then adding seasoned veteran Zach Rudulph on bass. He rounded out the line up with smooth keyboardist David Mendoza and his backbone, drummer Roberto Cerletti. These artists are equal parts of the equation and their varied cultural backgrounds add spice to the melting pot as well as diversity to the music.

Feelgood’s most recent self-titled offering is made up of upbeat infectious grooves and relationship-driven topics that are either firsthand accounts or sharp observations. The breakout single “Baggage” shines light on all the things one takes into relationships, either knowingly or unwittingly. While their songs are heartfelt, soulful insights to issues we can all relate to, the songs elicit a “feel good” attitude, letting listeners know that they can smile and dance while going through these hardships.

The boys of Feelgood continue to focus on proficient and fluid live performances in historic venues such as The House of Blues on Sunset and the world-famous Roxy Theatre in Hollywood. While constantly striving for perfection and originality during these live performances, they intersperse rigorous rehearsals and writing sessions to keep everything fresh. Their live shows help the band to maintain the connection with an audience, and that energy fuels their never-ending quest for originality and showmanship.

And while the audience remains captivated during live performances, you can’t help while watching the band to think that Stefan still envisions himself as that 6-year-old channeling Michael Jackson, and the crowd is still his classmates.

Luggage Monkeys

2010-03-28T23:22:00.001-07:00

Pentatonic Scale

2010-03-21T02:51:00.001-07:00

Pretty Cool :)
BTW, it's Stefan's birthday today. Happy birthday bro :)

for all the fishers out there

2010-03-17T16:31:00.000-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/user/addictivefishing?blend=2&ob=4

a great youtube channel with always captivating fishing clips check it out!!

Dirty Bar of Soap

2010-03-14T09:47:00.000-07:00

One of the songs we did at Molly Malone's last Saturday. I love playing this kind of stuff but I don't really have the chance to play this kind of style. We had a blast!

Multimedia message

2010-03-10T17:27:00.000-08:00

Me and Jack black at the arts college in Pasadena:) man have y'all ever been there? That place is fresh and inspiring!!!

Pharaoh Hounds: The Ancient Breed

2010-03-09T17:11:00.000-08:00

I've found new obsession. PHARAOH HOUNDS! These dogs are fricken Jawesome. Smart, beautiful, easy to train, easy to maintain, friendly towards other dogs, no known health concerns, not too aggressive but good watchdogs against the bad guys.
I'm now saving up for a pup and I will call him Ru!

Just a pup!

All growed up!... and still beautiful!

Look at how they glisten in the sun!

Ugly side

2010-03-07T09:48:00.000-08:00

You can really see the ugly side of people sometimes.

time, muhammad ali and james brown

2010-03-03T22:59:00.000-08:00

Well so here's my debut. After beeing accused of not doin my "blogger job" right its time to get that thing started.

lets see, this week id like to recommand a great book that helped me and thousands of other people to understand and see "time" from a whole other perspective, heres the link:

http://www.amazon.com/Secret-Pulse-Time-Scarcest-Commodity/dp/160094017X

and im gonna include every week a little musical goodie, here we go with a great must see movie (Grazie Steve R) :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnDNrH0mzSE

alla prossima!

2010-03-03T12:48:00.000-08:00

Check out this version of "My funny Valentine", woo...Da Bizness. For those who aren't to familiar with Chaka. Man this girl still bad, and this band is killin...o yeah not to mention Melvin Davis' Solo......STUPID :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2POePj3-s4

MUSIC makes MOVIES

2010-03-03T00:10:00.000-08:00

Have you ever tried to watch Scream on mute while listening to 'Maple Leaf Rag'? Not scary...
How about watching The Notebook while listening to 'Aint No Fun If The Homies Can't Have None'? you get the point...

Paul Cristo is genius. Whatever the kind of movie, he writes for it! Turn of your lights, turn your speakers up and follow the link below. THEN proceed to click on the clip 'Braving the River' under ACTION. It's quite effective

http://www.paulcristo.com/listen.html

and p.s. ladies, Paul is dapper and single

2010-02-28T15:53:00.000-08:00

Had a blast last night at the Cantina Lounge in Fullerton. I always have a good time playing there. It was good to see some familiar faces :) And what a nice surprise to see our foreign drummer just popping up out of nowhere before the gig. Great to have you back Robbie.

I'll be playing with a Folk/Blues group Mike Stocksdale Band this Friday night at Molly Malones around 10pm.
http://www.myspace.com/mikestocksdale

This video makes me smile every time I watch it :)

Multimedia message

2010-02-24T12:19:00.000-08:00

yo feel good fam,
Umfortunantly today I'm all dressed up for a sad/happy occasion. I'm playing at a funeral for my good friends father who passed away last week. Nevertheless it's gonna be a celebration, cause he's headed home. So enlight of this event. Get all mushy and sappy with the ones u love and the ones u should be love'n before time is up.
Peace Zach

Antarctica? Yes. It was cold.

2010-02-21T09:35:00.000-08:00

Exactly an year ago today, I was in Antarctica checking out some billion year old icebergs. And yes it was cold. I still look at the pictures and videos I took and ask myself: "Did I really see all this???", and yes. I did.

Thanks to all who came out to our CD release party on Friday. We had such a blast. Apologies to anyone who had to wait outside in the rain.

Cantina Lounge in Fullerton this Sat. night :)

Multimedia message

2010-02-17T09:41:00.000-08:00

Ooo. I don't know about y'all but the excitement is starting to grow about our CD release show on Friday. Go to www.themintla.com for tix and directions This joint is gonna sell out so get on it!!!

Happy Valentine's Day

2010-02-14T09:38:00.000-08:00

Here's an ear candy for ya. Happy Valentine's Day.

CD release party at The Mint this Friday. We're gonna slay it. See you there ^_^

2010-02-09T18:04:00.000-08:00

To Beard... or not to Beard...?! Somebody help me! Looks like the pretty ladies like it though... :)

Randy Pausch

2010-02-07T09:50:00.001-08:00

"It's not about achieving your dreams. It's about leading your life. If you lead your life, the dream will come to you."

If you have an hour and half to spare, check this out. You won't be sorry.

Zach

2010-02-05T23:47:00.001-08:00

Test 1,2,3

If u can't feel it,..Turn it up!
www.zachonbass.com
www.myspace.com/zachonbass

Hello

2010-02-05T23:44:00.001-08:00

Test

If u can't feel it,..Turn it up!
www.zachonbass.com
www.myspace.com/zachonbass

The Palms

2010-02-05T13:57:00.000-08:00

so I tried to post yesterday from my iphone, but i obviously dont now what Im doing. Well last night in WeHo @ the palms, was....interesting, ,, yes and ...um..well lets just leave it that.

Phew!

2010-02-03T12:09:00.000-08:00

Phew! Just got all the ingredients in to Discmakers to have our CDs ready for the Mint show. (Thank you Lindsey!) Down to the wire is an Italian way of life... along with hand gestures, waiting an hour after you eat to swim, and AIG's

Stuff I've been listening to

2010-01-31T22:24:00.000-08:00

Chris Potter's "Underground"

2010-01-27T21:26:00.000-08:00

Meant for yesterday, we're still gettin it together people.

This guy is an incredible wordsmith and an incredible human being. You just might catch him at a FeelGood show.

myspace.com/seanraymondhill

New guitarist

2010-01-24T20:10:00.000-08:00

So I'm fired from FeelGood and these guys are gonna be in charge of guitar from now on.

CSFU this Wednesday.

the Genesis...

2010-01-19T17:16:00.000-08:00

A FeelGood Fix... a dose prescribed to you on any given weekday (weekends are for snowboarding and gospel gigs, with the exception where we really wanna say something)

Posts will be from a different member of FeelGood each day, so that it's not Mussolini'd by Stefan or Robbie, Tojo'd by Kenny, Diaz'd by Dave, or Mugabe'd by Zach.

Stay tuned kids.