“Alex Radus is a remarkable artist. He is an excellent guitarist, songwriter and singer. He moves across multiple genres with effortless virtuosity. Whether playing solo or with an ensemble, Alex is surely worth going out of your way to hear.”
– John Gorka
2023-24 Highlights
- Direct support for John Gorka, Jeffrey Gaines and Darrell Scott (video)
- 2024 Grassy Hill Emerging Artist – Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
- 2023 avg. ticket price as headliner: $22.88
- 2023 avg. tickets sold as headliner: 71
- Sold out shows as headliner: Godfrey Daniels, Icehouse Performing Arts Collaborative and More Barn Studios
- Three performances at Musikfest – Bethlehem, PA (video)
- Live TV and radio performances on WFMZ, WDIY, WDVR, WRNJ, the Mike Zambelli Show
- Lehigh Valley News Feature
- Morning Call Feature – Top Three Concerts to See in the Lehigh Valley (3x)
About the Artist
In one sentence: Singer/songwriter, Alex Radus, captivates audiences with engaging, intimate performances that showcase his unique and virtuosic brand of “genre whiplash”.
Audiences will hear? Audiences will be treated to whimsical, poignant songwriting and soulful vocals across an eclectic, toe-tapping mix of Americana, folk, swing, blues and more. Thoughtfully crafted lyrics and storytelling stay with listeners beyond the final curtain.
Artist Brief: Alex Radus is hailed as a “versatile crooner” (UMC Nashville) and “master guitarist” (Courier News), but his songwriting takes center stage. Alex pairs whimsical and poignant storytelling with an eclectic mix of Americana, swing, blues, folk and more, leapfrogging genres and blurring the lines between them. His music has been featured on radio, TV and film, including Adolescence, directed by Ashley Avis (Black Beauty). During his early career, Alex was awarded a youth scholarship to the Augusta Heritage Center, where he was first exposed to and learned from some of the nation’s best finger-pickers, who helped influence his unique finger style and respect for traditional music. Most recently, he was honored to be part of the Grassy Hill Emerging Artist Showcase at the 2024 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival. Alex hails from Pennsylvania’s artistically rich Lehigh and Delaware River valley region where he lives with his wife and two daughters.
Want more? Full bio below.
Read more about Radus’ career in this Lehigh Valley News feature.
Links
“Alex is a master guitarist whose songwriting continues to flourish.” – Bob Makin, Courier News, NJ
Tributaries is a “captivating” and “enthralling” release from “genre-bending storyteller”, Alex Radus. – Underground Music Collective
Live Videos
The Thin Places, Someday and I’m Yours — Live at Roy’s Hall. Direct support for Darrell Scott
“I’m Yours”—Live at Roy’s Hall. Direct support for Darrell Scott
“If You’re Lucky”—from the album release concert for Tributaries (Recorded Live at Godfrey Daniels).
Filmed and recorded live at Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA
“No Control”—from the album release concert for Tributaries (Recorded Live at Godfrey Daniels).
Filmed and recorded live at Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, PA
“We Can’t Play Like Django”—the first single off Alex’s new album: Tributaries (Recorded Live at Godfrey Daniels).
Filmed and recorded live at Godfrey Daniels, Bethlehem, PA
“Call Them Blue” live at Musikfest – August 2023
Audio Sampler
“His voice, oh Jesus, his voice. This man can sing!” – Elucidator
Radus is a “Connicky crooner.” – A.D. Amorosi, The City Paper, Philadelphia
John Moser of Lehigh Valley News did a wonderful job telling the story of my music career, past and present. Read the full article.
Praise for the New Album
“Tributaries (Recorded Live at Godfrey Daniels)”
Released April 7, 2022
“Tributaries is a beautiful amalgamation…a melting pot of sounds, stories, and regional influences with two common threads…Radus’ gripping lyricism and mastery of his own vocal instrument. The hour-long record features the versatile crooner speaking brilliantly to each moment, from triumphant, powerful wails, to the most vulnerable moments delivered with impeccable grace and finesse.” – Underground Music Collective – Read the full premiere.
“In varied tempos and moods, Tributaries’ 14 tracks share the thoughtful wording and range of emotions that characterize Radus’ music.” – Lehigh Valley Press – Read the full article
A “captivating” and “enthralling” release. Radus is a “genre-bending storyteller.” – Underground Music Collective – Read the full premiere
We Can’t Play Like Django is “a compelling fan account of Reinhardt’s life and influence.” – New Jersey Stage
“Earnest vox and passionate musicality.” – American Pancake
As heard on:
WXPN 88.5 | WDIY 88.1
WDVR 89.7 | WPRB 103.3
Delaware Public Media: 91.1 WDDE; 91.7 WMPH; and 88.1 WMHS
WXPM 98.5 | Jersey Rocks
RadioFree Lambertville
“Alex brings an uncanny measure of refinement to the songwriting craft. His wit and wisdom come to light in lyrics that are poignant and sophisticated. His guitar work gravitates between inspired and brilliant. In short – this kid can cook!” – Chris Poh, WDVR (89.7 FM)
“[Alex Radus] has charmed the pants of many a lass ‘n’ lad with that F-hole twanging Geetar and that sullen sultry croon.”
– A.D. Amorosi, Philadelphia Inquirer
Bio
Alex Radus is known as a “versatile crooner” (UMC Nashville) and “master guitarist” (Courier News), but his songwriting takes center stage. Known affectionately for his unique brand of “genre whiplash”, Radus pairs whimsical and poignant storytelling with an eclectic mix of Americana, swing, blues, folk and more. Radus hails from Pennsylvania’s artistically rich Lehigh and Delaware river valley region, where he has established himself as one of the area’s premiere original music artists.
During his early career, Radus was awarded a youth scholarship to Augusta Heritage, a center for the preservation of traditional American styles of music. There he was first exposed to and learned from some of the nation’s best finger-pickers, including John Cephas, Pat Donohue, Mary Flower and Eddie Pennington, who helped influence his unique finger style and respect for traditional music.
Radus has performed with John Gorka as part of the Razzy Dazzy Spasm Band, and has been direct support for Gorka, Richie Havens, Jeffrey Gaines, Tim Reynolds, Darrell Scott, Chris Barron (Spin Doctors), and more. As a member of the folk noir duo, duende, Radus was a staple of NYC’s early aughts Anti-Folk scene at the Sidewalk Café, where he performed alongside some of the City’s best up-and-coming and established songwriters, including Regina Spektor, Nellie McKay and the Moldy Peaches.
Radus has toured extensively, recorded multiple albums, and earned awards, nominations and critical acclaim for his songwriting, recording and performing. His music has been featured on radio, TV and film, including Adolescence, directed by Ashley Avis (Black Beauty). His discography includes Tributaries–Recorded Live at Godfrey Daniels (“gripping lyricism…impeccable grace and finesse” – Underground Music Collective); Jewels & Tinware (“creative, original…perfect” – Steel Notes Magazine); Love Me Like You Hate Me (“impressive…eerie, intense and wonderful” – The Morning Call); and duende (“a fluid, melodic hybrid of roots music” – The Village Voice). Radus has also recently released a self-titled, debut album with his alt rock project, Hot4Robot (“a brilliant vision…a multi-layered, adventurous soundscape” – Underground Music Collective).
A staple of the eastern PA music scene, Radus is a frequent performer at the region’s best festivals and venues, including Musikfest, Zoellner Arts Center, Godfrey Daniels, Steelstacks, Hopewell Theater, World Cafe Live and more. The Alex Radus Band features Daniella Fischetti (violin), Robbie Sko (piano), Daniel Manchester (upright bass), and Charlie Heim.
Awards and Nominations
Outstanding Singer/Songwriter 2014 nominee – Lehigh Valley Music Awards
Outstanding Album 2014 nominee for Jewels & Tinware – Lehigh Valley Music Awards
Best Male Solo Artist 2014 nominee – 93.7 WSTW Homey Awards
Best Songwriter 2004 – Upstage Magazine
Recipient – B.E.A.M. Grant for Independent Music – 2003
“Alex Radus is one skillful fretman who seems poised to break out.” – The Morning Call
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Contact
Alex Radus
alex@alexradus.com
@alexradusmusic
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