Mitch Ryder will be collaborating with a young Seattle band in the coming months. Depending on the band’s ability, his songs may or may not work. Ryder prefers to work with his own band so he can just give them what he has written and they can play it. “Once I meet the guys and learn their sensibilities, their musical abilities and so on …” … Continue reading Mitch Ryder Speaks … Part Three
“I have two heads, I am growing a set of wings – which means I am headed for heaven … the audience will get a good show …” William S. Levise, Jr – aka Mitch Ryder, is known for a sense of humor that borders on offending people. Something he says is not intentional and comes from being born in the Midwest. Ryder was influenced by his … Continue reading Mitch Ryder Speaks … Part Two
Rolling Stone Magazine has cited Mitch Ryder as one of the five most influential rock and roll singers to ever come from Detroit. How about one of the most influential to come out of the Unites States? Just ask Bruce Springsteen … “Bruce has said on numerous occasions that I was one of his major influences.” Says Mitch from his home in Detroit. ” I … Continue reading Mitch Ryder Speaks …
Serena Ryder, hot off the heels of a MMVA for ‘Rock/ Alternative Video of the Year for her new song; ‘Stompa‘- considers the success of her new album; ‘Harmony’, somewhat home -based. “The entire album was recorded in L.A.”‘ Says Ryder.’”After almost ridding myself of sixty songs which were penned for the sessions, I decided to simplify everything. ‘Stompa’ took just three hours to record … Continue reading Serena Ryder – Feels Like Home
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