Randy Newman

[nate]

though he still works today (think pixar soundtracks), i think his best stuff was in the 70's

his wit and sly political and social satire (and compositional skills) make for hilarious, well constructed, and thought provoking listening. his amazing piano work and dry, soulful voice complement each other rather nicely

a few good albums are:

Sail Away

Good Old Boys

12 Songs (self-titled Debut)

any closet Newman fans out there?

[Kooperman]

I've always liked Newman at his best, but like many witty artists, the misfires can be real flatliners. I'd advise anybody wanting to try Randy Newman for the first time to try the greatest hits first, then if you like that, ease into his other albums.

And to set the record straight....he doesn't really hate short people!

[Redneck4sure]

He wrote some great stuff. Mama Told Me Not To Come among others.

[gorphon]

And to set the record straight....he doesn't really hate short people!

what about black people? Ive never been able to quite make up my mind as to what statement Newman was making in "Rednecks". other than that he's great. "Burn on" and "My Old Kentucky Home" are two that immediately come to mind that werent mentioned already.

[DudeAsInCool]

Back in the 70s, I used to confuse him with Harry Nilsson. He does a lot of soundtracks and he wrote LA's theme song..

[dutchonline]

always Great for me. Randy Newman was not so very busy at the top ,but for me hi is still Top

[Redneck4sure]

Back in the 70s, I used to confuse him with Harry Nilsson. He does a lot of soundtracks and he wrote LA's theme song..

smoking that stuff will do that to you. :)

[liesabath]

Think he is one of the greatest American singer /songwriters

Got a big black dog, name is Dan

Lived in my backyard in Birmingham,

he's the meanest dog in Alabam,

Get'm Dan...

:) :P :rolleyes: :rotfl: