BoomBox evolved through the common visualization of a pair of forward thinking artists from diverse musical backgrounds. Raised by supportive and musically inclined parents, both Godchaux and Randolph had an obsession with music at very young ages. Godchaux, who grew up with deeply embedded rock and roll roots, began playing drums at the age of two, and played guitar and wrote his own songs as a teen. During the 90s, Godchaux was a well-received touring DJ based out of the San Francisco area. Randolph began as a young drummer, but it’s what was happening behind the scenes that attracted him most. As much producers as they are musicians, it is Randolph’s understanding of soundscape and Godchaux’s knack for songwriting that keeps BoomBox resonating at higher levels.

Randolph, previously known for his production credits (Rex Foundation, Saliva, Sugarland, Los Lobos, Chuck Berry) crossed paths with Godchaux, while they were recording the Heart of Gold Band album, “At The Table,” with Godchaux’s mother, Donna Jean, formerly of the Grateful Dead. Godchaux had a heavy hand in creating the album through writing and singing as well as playing multiple instruments, while Randolph guided and engineered the album’s development. The rest, they say, is history, and together, Randolph and Godchaux’s talents tear apart previous notions of music and sound as experienced through their debut album “Visions of Backbeat.”

BoomBox originates from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, which is recognized openly by the music industry as one of the few areas that remains famous for contributions to popular music. Muscle Shoals is credited with producing some of the most revolutionary styles and creative artists in the history of Rock and Roll. The community holds a vibe that stimulates the development of an unofficially trademarked sound. BoomBox incorporates this rich history into their music, allowing for the grand entrance of a greater style and fusion of Rock and Roll, Vintage Psychedelic and House.

BoomBox’s high-energy show remains the essence of the group. Night after night the group draws people of various ages, musical interests and backgrounds, guiding them on a journey into sound and revelation. The union of Randolph and Godchaux combines a producer/DJ with a vocalist/guitarist in a real-time live format creating a genuine and fulfilling performance for the mind, body and soul.



Producer/engineer, DJ and drummer, Russ Randolph, aka “the Captain” grew up in musically rich, Muscle Shoals, Alabama . He spent his formative years playing drums in rock bands before taking a turn towards audio production. Russ attended the University of North Alabama 's school of commercial music and began his career in both studio production and live sound reinforcement. He has worked on numerous albums for independent artist and major labels like Capital and Warner Brothers. Russ's live work has taken him coast to coast with music festivals, corporate events, and concert tours. BoomBox has given Russ the chance to focus all of his talents and energy into one musical offering.

Zion Rock Godchaux was raised in Marin County, in the San Francisco Bay area. The son of Keith & Donna Godchaux of “The Grateful Dead,” Zion was born with music in his blood. Formative years for Zion were traveling with the band, both in the US and overseas, soaking it up both philosophically and musically. By age two his instinct for rhythm was obvious and by six he was playing a special segment with his mother in “Heart of Gold Band” performances.

Zion has become a singer, songwriter, producer, dj, drummer and guitar player who can wrap it all up, and hit you with it in one performance. It comes from what are seemingly opposite influences. On one hand you have masters such as Dylan, Hendrix, Ravi Shankar, the Dead and the various reggae heavyweights. On the other, you have the mid to late 70's, underground N.Y. funk, soul and disco. Rather than throw one out for the other, Zion embraced various ends of the spectrum, and brought it out in his own original music.