Extracurricula
Best at Tweeting
Submitted by The Long Winters on August 16, 2011 - 5:49amWhen The Long Winters' very own John Roderick joined new media social networking site Twitter, it's safe to say he didn't expect much fanfare. Fast forward a couple of years and not only has John published an acclaimed book collecting 365 tweets (Electric Aphorisms), but has now been granted the top spot on a list of "50 Musicians Worth Following on Twitter" as compiled by Paste Magazine.
Roderick and Coulton are Nemeses
Submitted by Jason on July 30, 2011 - 6:52pmJohn Roderick has recorded lead vocals on a song for Jonathan Coulton's forthcoming album, Artificial Heart. The album is set to drop in August, but you can stream John's contribution, the song "Nemeses", right now over at Paste Magazine.
Shelby Earl duet is NPR Song of the Day
Submitted by The Long Winters on April 8, 2011 - 1:45pmNPR chose this great Shelby Earl track (featuring John Roderick) as their song of the day: http://t.co/1DHbRDK
JoCoCruiseCrazy report
Submitted by The Long Winters on January 20, 2011 - 2:48pm
What could we possibly say about John Roderick's Caribbean cruise experience, when there's video and pics to do the talking for us.
Like a beautiful version of The Commander Thinks Aloud, with backing vocals from Jonathan Coulton, Paul & Storm.
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Roderick Reverb Residency Returns!
Submitted by The Long Winters on October 11, 2010 - 12:53pmMany, many moons ago, in early winter of the long-forgotten year of 2008, John Roderick took up the task of writing a weekly column for Seattle Weekly's online blogs. Affectionately referred to as the Roderick Reverb Residency (after all, who doesn't love alliteration?), the weekly blogs were a welcomed collection of musings and recollections filled with the unique wry and biting humor that has become just as much a part of The Long Winters' live acts as the music itself. » Read more
DJ John on KEXP
Submitted by The Long Winters on August 28, 2010 - 11:20amJohn Roderick will be guest DJ'ing on KEXP, tonight Saturday August 28th, at 7pm PST with Hannah Levin, spinning mad jamz. Live stream at: www.kexp.org
Catching Up with John
Submitted by The Long Winters on July 19, 2010 - 9:21pmPaste Magazine's Rachel Bailey managed to pull John Roderick away from Twittering and gardening long enough to talk about The Long Winters, past and present, the new album, and the challenges of being an Indie Rock writer. READ MORE.
Make It Immaculate: Madonna Tribute
Submitted by Liesbeth on July 8, 2010 - 12:18pmSee John Roderick do his thang on 22 July at Havana, Seattle.
Live WITS, Live Wire!
Submitted by The Long Winters on July 8, 2010 - 12:00pmThese days, no live radio show is complete without John Roderick performing a song or two. And in this day and age of podcasts and vidcasts, they're available for you to enjoy at home: listen to Live Wire!, or watch WITS' Night of Many Johns.
Summerstage duet
Submitted by The Long Winters on May 12, 2010 - 1:54pmOn June 8, 2010, Central Park in New York will host the SummerStage 25th Anniversary Celebration. This year’s benefit will feature the songbook of Simon & Garfunkel with a line-up of unique duets. John Roderick has been invited to appear with ... » Read more
I was totally there, and John
I was totally there, and John Roderick captured my heart at *once*. John, I would line up on stage so you could pick me!
I had no idea when I set sail
I had no idea when I set sail on that cruise what a treat it would be to hear John perform. I was just part of the "nerdboat" and had no idea who this John Roderick person was - he was just a great guy in a pair of red suede shoes at the Moustache Formal party that Jonathan Coulton was ribbing for his fashion sense. Until he stepped up on stage for his solo performance and I was completely entranced. Such an incredibly captivating voice that communicates an unexpected passion for his music and life in general. Thank you so much for coming along and sharing your music with us. I hope to hear you again at some point in the future.
I was also on the cruise and
I was also on the cruise and this mesmerizing performance of "The Commander Thinks Aloud" left few dry eyes in the audience and absolutely deserved the standing ovation it received. John's show the night before was equally captivating and the humorous patter in between songs showed he fit in perfectly with the other entertainers. I'm so glad he was a part of the cruise because I now have a new band to love. It was a delight to meet you, John, and I look forward to the next chance to see you live!