I only properly discovered Todd Rundgren in the late 1980s, when I came across two of his tapes, A Wizard A True Star, and Anthology, for £1.99 apiece.
One of the best things I ever did.
The man is, and I don't use this term very often, an utter genius.
That he is hardly a household name (save perhaps for when one mentions, 'Oh, he produced Bat Out Of Hell for Meat Loaf') is a crime.
How someone so talented can remain largely so unknown is just baffling.
Do yourself the proverbial favour and check him out!
Not only is he an extraordinarily gifted artist, writer and producer, Todd is one of the loveliest and most approachable musicians you could ever hope to meet. This was proven in 2008, when, for his 60th birthday, he and his wonderful family invited fans from around the globe to join in the celebrations.
Quite fortunate for us all that he lives on the stunning Hawaiian isle of Kuaui.
What a week that was...
If you live in the U.K. this is probably the only song you think he ever recorded...
Likewise, for Australians...
R.I.P. Dear Stephanie...
XXX
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