BoomBox
BoomBox is Producer/Engineer/DJ/Drummer Russ Randolph and Producer/
DJ/Vocalist/Guitarist Zion Rock Godchaux. This pair of dynamic artists uses their
rich musical history and their vision of music and popular culture to deliver a style of
music distinctly different from anything heard or seen in music today. This signature
sound and show brings live music to a new, elevated level. BoomBox evolved through
the common visualization of a pair of forward thinking artists from diverse musical backgrounds.
Raised by supportive and musically inclined parents, both Godchaux and
Randolph had an obsession with music at very young ages. Godchaux, who grew up
with deeply embedded rock and roll roots, began playing drums at the age of two, and
played guitar and wrote his own songs as a teen. During the 90s, Godchaux was a wellreceived
touring DJ based out of the San Francisco area. Randolph began as a young
drummer, but it’s what was happening behind the scenes that attracted him most. As
much producers as they are musicians, it is Randolph’s understanding of soundscape
and Godchaux’s knack for songwriting that keeps BoomBox resonating at higher levels.
BoomBox evolved through the common visualization of a pair of forward thinking artists
from diverse musical backgrounds. Raised by supportive and musically inclined parents,
both Godchaux and Randolph had an obsession with music at very young ages. Godchaux,
who grew up with deeply embedded rock and roll roots, began playing drums at
the age of two, and played guitar and wrote his own songs as a teen. During the 90s,
Godchaux was a well-received touring DJ based out of the San Francisco area.
Randolph began as a young drummer, but it’s what was happening behind the scenes
that attracted him most. As much producers as they are musicians, it is Randolph’s understanding
of soundscape and Godchaux’s knack for songwriting that keeps BoomBox
resonating at higher levels. Randolph, previously known for his production credits (Rex
Foundation, Saliva, Sugarland, Los Lobos, Chuck Berry) crossed paths with Godchaux,
while they were recording the Heart of Gold Band album, “At The Table,” with Godchaux’s
mother, Donna Jean, formerly of the Grateful Dead. Godchaux had a heavy
hand in creating the album through writing and singing as well as playing multiple instruments,
while Randolph guided and engineered the album’s development. The rest,
they say, is history, and together, Randolph and Godchaux’s talents tear apart previous
notions of music and sound as experienced through their debut album “Visions of Backbeat.”
BoomBox originates from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, which is recognized openly
by the music industry as one of the few areas that remains famous for contributions to
popular music. Muscle Shoals is credited with producing some of the most revolutionary
styles and creative artists in the history of Rock and Roll. The community holds a vibe
that stimulates the development of an unofficially trademarked sound. BoomBox incorporates
this rich history into their music, allowing for the grand entrance of a greater
style and fusion of Rock and Roll, Vintage Psychedelic and House. BoomBox’s highenergy
show remains the essence of the group. Night after night the group draws people
of various ages, musical interests and backgrounds, guiding them on a journey into
sound and revelation. The DJ/singer-songwriter/Producer duo of Randolph and Godchaux
has continued to amass legions of loyal fans through their fresh blend of decades
of music history and popular culture.
Randolph, previously known for his production credits (Rex Foundation, Saliva, Sugarland,
Los Lobos, Chuck Berry) crossed paths with Godchaux, while they were recording
the Heart of Gold Band album, “At The Table,” with Godchaux’s mother, Donna Jean,
formerly of the Grateful Dead. Godchaux had a heavy hand in creating the album
through writing and singing as well as playing multiple instruments, while Randolph
guided and engineered the album’s development. The rest, they say, is history, and together,
Randolph and Godchaux’s talents tear apart previous notions of music and
sound as experienced through their debut album “Visions of Backbeat.”
BoomBox originates from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, which is recognized openly by the
music industry as one of the few areas that remains famous for contributions to popular
music. Muscle Shoals is credited with producing some of the most revolutionary styles
and creative artists in the history of Rock and Roll. The community holds a vibe that
stimulates the development of an unofficially trademarked sound. BoomBox incorporates
this rich history into their music, allowing for the grand entrance of a greater style
and fusion of Rock and Roll, Vintage Psychedelic and House.
BoomBox’s high-energy show remains the essence of the group. Night after night the
group draws people of various ages, musical interests and backgrounds, guiding them
on a journey into sound and revelation. The union of Randolph and Godchaux combines
a producer/DJ with a vocalist/guitarist in a real-time live format creating a genuine and
fulfilling performance for the mind, body and soul.
RUSS
Producer/engineer, DJ and drummer, Russ Randolph, aka “the Captain” grew up in musically
rich, Muscle Shoals, Alabama . He spent his formative years playing drums in
rock bands before taking a turn towards audio production. Russ attended the University
of North Alabama ‘s school of commercial music and began his career in both studio
production and live sound reinforcement. He has worked on numerous albums for independent
artist and major labels like Capital and Warner Brothers. Russ’s live work has
taken him coast to coast with music festivals, corporate events, and concert tours.
BoomBox has given Russ the chance to focus all of his talents and energy into one musical
offering.
ZION
Zion Rock Godchaux was raised in Marin County, in the San Francisco Bay area. The
son of Keith & Donna Godchaux of “The Grateful Dead,” Zion was born with music in his
blood. By age two his instinct for rhythm was obvious and by six he was playing a special
segment with his mother in “Heart of Gold Band” performances. Zion is a singer,
songwriter, producer, dj, drummer and guitar player originating from the seemingly opposite
influences of Dylan, Hendrix, Ravi Shankar, the Dead and various reggae heavyweights
to the 70′s underground N.Y. funk, soul and disco scenes. Rather than throw
one influence out for the other, Zion embraced both ends of the spectrum, and brought it
out in his own style music.
