Randy J. Shams
Musical artist
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Randy J (Randy J. Shams) is the guitarist and founder of the surf punk band The Tarantulas.
Randy J. Shams | |
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The Tarantulas performing in 2007. | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | Randy J |
| Born | |
| Genres | Surf Indie pop |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument | Guitar |
Life and work
Born in Orlando, Florida, Randy J moved to Los Angeles in 1987 and shortly thereafter began composing music for film trailers and TV. After 6 years there, he moved back to Orlando and formed the surf band The Tarantulas in 1995.[1] In early 2000, Randy J relocated to Arizona and continues to record and perform as a solo artist and with The Tarantulas.[1]
Major credits
Discography
- CD "Monster Wave...100 Feet High" (The Tarantulas, 1999)[2]
- CD "The Tarantulas Greatest Hits" (The Tarantulas, 2004)[2]
- CD "Don't Murder Anyone..." (The Tarantulas, 2006)[1]
- CD "Songs of the Open Land" (Randy J, 1995)
Film
- Music for the film trailer of Unforgiven (Clint Eastwood, 1992)
- Music for the film trailer of A Perfect World (Clint Eastwood, 1993)
