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Robert Leonard Randolph Jr., 36, of Holland, died Wednesday, March 30, 2005, in Holland of accidental injuries. He was born in Tecumseh to Robert and Cheryl Randolph. Surviving are his mother, Cheryl and Ronald Davis of West Mifflin, Pa.; brothers, Scott Seckman of Adrian and Steven Seckman of Tecumseh; aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by a sister and stepfather. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens in Tecumseh. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.

Sunday at the Anderson Funeral Home, 3050 W. Beecher Road. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

Randolph in 2016 Background information Origin,, United States Genres,,, Years active 2001–present Labels, Associated acts, Website Members Robert Randolph Marcus Randolph Lenesha Randolph Brett Haas Past members Jason Crosby Danyel Morgan Robert Randolph and the Family Band is an American and band led by Robert Randolph (Robert Jermaine Randolph, born August 8, 1977, ). Other band members include Marcus Randolph, Lenesha Randolph and Ray Ray Randolph (bass, guitar). Danyel Morgan (bass), Jason Crosby (keyboards and fiddle), Brett Haas (guitar and keyboards) and (organ) are former members. Included Robert on their list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time.

The band also plays before every Friday-night New York Knicks basketball game. Contents • • • • • • • • • • • Band history [ ] Frontman Robert Randolph was trained as a in the House of God Church and makes prominent use of the instrument in the band's music. The instrument is referred to in many African-American Pentecostal churches as '. Randolph was discovered while playing at a sacred steel convention in. The group's sound is inspired by successful 1970s funk bands such as and.

Randolph himself has explained that in his adolescent years before being discovered by the secular community, he was almost completely unaware of non-religious music, saying 'I never heard of,,, none of them. I wasn't into that music, only the church thing.' Before releasing albums with The Family Band, Randolph was selected by avant-garde jazz organist to join him and the on their 2001 jam project,. Just prior to the release of The Word's debut album, Randolph was brought to the attention of music fans through a review by in the in April 2001. On their first non-church tour of the East Coast, Randolph's new Family Band opened for the North Mississippi Allstars and then rejoined the musicians after their set, with Medeski, as The Word.

The first Robert Randolph and the Family Band album,, was released in 2002 on Family Band Records, recorded live on August 23, 2001, just prior to the club's closing. The band released their studio debut, on August 5, 2003. They attracted the attention of, and have subsequently toured as a supporting act with the English guitarist. Clapton later guested on their 2006 album, playing on a of '. In 2002, they were hired by to make the network's new theme song. The song, 'We Got Hoops', only appeared in three telecasts, though it was used throughout both the NBA and seasons during promotions for both leagues.

In September 2003 Randolph was listed as No. 97 on 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time list. Robert entered the list following and directly preceding. In February 2004 Robert Randolph and the Family Band along with the band released a cover version of 's ', which was made available for online purchase through. This version was played live with at their August 15, 2009 show. Their third album,, was released October 10, 2006.

The song 'Ain't Nothing Wrong With That' was used in several commercials for, and used in Katherine Jenkins and Mark Ballas' jive on Dancing with the Stars. In June 2008 the used this same song in a popular promo entitled 'It's All Good' for their summer lineup.

The song 'Thrill of It' was used throughout the 2007 college football season by ABC during their College Primetime games. They worked with producer on their fourth studio album, released in 2010. They released the supposed first single from that album entitled 'Get There' but this song did not appear on the album. The first official single from the album is 'If I Had My Way.'

Sweet Home 3d Roof Download on this page. Live appearances [ ]. Robert Randolph in Toronto Randolph's concerts are known for their lively stage performances, with Randolph content to let the rest of the band play on while he dances. Dance is an integral part of the concerts. During 'Shake Your Hips', women are encouraged to dance onstage. For the song 'The March', Randolph leaves his instrument to instruct the crowd on how to properly perform the intricate dance move.

[ ] Other noteworthy concert regulars involve the entire band trading instruments allowing each member to show off their musical proficiency. When he becomes completely enthralled by his music, Randolph will kick the chair away from his and dance while he plays. A microphone is occasionally passed around the front row of the audience, so they can sing during the song 'I Need More Love'.

Audience members are also called up on stage to sing (') or be a guest guitarist for one song. The band made its first television appearance on on August 5, 2003, performing 'I Need More Love'. Robert Randolph performing with the Family Band at the Gathering of the Vibes in 2001 In 2004 Robert Randolph and the Family Band was the opening act on the tour. They are featured prominently in the Clapton's DVD (2004). Driver Aoc M2011 Download on this page.

The band also appears on DVDs. The length of the concerts can vary greatly depending on what songs are played (the band does not use a set list) and how long jams last. Concerts go over the allotted time if the band and the audience are having fun. Most concerts don't have an intermission; instead, band members will exit the stage leaving one or two members a chance to shine with solos. The one time the band does stop is so the band can relax, get hydrated, and plan the encore.

On October 9, 2004 Robert Randolph and the Family Band appeared on the PBS television show Austin City Limits. Robert Randolph and performing ' at Cuyahoga Falls, May 31, 2008 On January 24, 2007, they played in Dallas at Victory Plaza outside of the American Airlines Center as part of the 2007 NHL All Star game festivities.

The band also played before the start of the. The Family Band has opened for for some shows on their 2002–09 tours. In 2005 Robert Randolph appeared on the Dave Matthews Band release. Robert Randolph has performed as a guest during the Dave Matthews Band set on songs such as ', 'Louisiana Bayou', 'Stand Up', 'Smooth Rider', 'You Might Die Trying', and 'Two Step', among others. In 2007, Robert Randolph and the Family Band played at the inaugural.

In 2008, they opened for and were also one of four featured artists on the. Robert Randolph and the Family Band played in Oxford, Mississippi on April 25, 2009 as part of the 14th annual Double Decker Arts Festival. In 2009 Randolph also sat in on two live performances of 's 'Fool In The Rain' with the band Also, on June 22, 2014, Robert Randolph and the Family Band played at the TD Toronto Jazz Fest, welcoming a new 'cousin' Andrew Prince to the stage for two songs.

Discography [ ] Albums [ ] • 2002: • 2003: (U.S. 145) [ ] • 2006: (U.S. 75) [ ] • 2010: (U.S.

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