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"Hallelujah" in the Kitchen!
Posted by JD on May 23, 2012
Yo, Hoping all is well with you on this beautiful Wednesday afternoon! We've had a great couple weeks - there was a tour, we released new music on iTunes, and we even got a little bit of downtime just for livin'. Thanks to everyone who came out to a show, bought the new recordings, and/or helped us spread the word. You're pretty cool, you know that? Currently, the band is gearing up for a TON of… (read more)
AVAILABLE NOW: Shifting - The Deluxe Edition!
Posted by JD on April 24, 2012
Hi Friends, Today is the day! Shifting - The Deluxe Edition is now available on iTunes, and the full, 17-track album is only $4.99 for a limited time! The Deluxe Edition includes 4 new bonus tracks. One features an awesome rapper friend of ours, BenniB; one is remix of "Love is Gonna Find You" by Crystal Craig; and two are alternate acoustic versions of songs on the original record (one has a particularly… (read more)
Eich, Ike, & Scobie: (small) World Tour!
Posted by JD on April 9, 2012
Hi Friends, Guess what??? There's an acoustic tour coming up: "Eich, Ike, & Scobie: (small) World Tour!" I'm going to be hitting a bunch of cities with two very good friends of mine, Joy Ike and Kurt Scobie, starting at the end of this month! They're awesome singer/songwriters, and you should definitely check them out! We're going to be playing songs, telling stories, and just having a good time.… (read more)
New Band Member and New Music On the Way!
Posted by JD on April 5, 2012
Hi All, I'm gonna get right to it. Lots to share: We've just recently had a change in our line-up. Our keyboardist, Dan Prokop, has left the band in order to allow more focus and attention on his other career. Dan is a great friend, and we're super thankful for his hilarious sense of humor and excellent contributions to the band's musical arrangements during his time with us. We're gonna miss him!… (read more)
New Tour Dates and New Music Video!
Posted by JD on January 14, 2012
Hi All, Hoping that the new year is treating you well so far! We have some exciting things going on in 2012, including tour dates in new cities, a new music video, and even a little trip to Nashville for some top secret recording! And that's just the next few months. Can't wait! If you haven't gotten a chance yet, please check out the new music video for our song, "Easy": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51RMBGCkONk… (read more)
Jingle Bell Mash
Posted by JD on December 19, 2011
Hi Friends, I hope you have been having a wonderful holiday season! This year's holiday shows have been a blast. We were glad to have an opportunity to showcase our ugly Christmas sweaters and put together our first Christmas song, "Jingle Bell Mash." Here's a video of us performing it at one of the shows: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deNOvQrh5S8   Some other holiday stuff:   1. We're having… (read more)
Yes. I’m in a hip hop song.
Posted by JD on November 2, 2011
Hello Friends, We knew it was inevitable - I'm now featured in a hip hop song. If you listen to JD Eicher & the Goodnights, then I'm sure you hear my natural tendency toward the genre. If you know I can be a little sarcastic sometimes, then I'm sure you know I'm kidding. Nonetheless, I'm in a hip hop song, and I thought you might want to know. This summer, the manager of Seattle-based artist, BenniB,… (read more)
Islands on the Run
Posted by JD on October 28, 2011
1:08 a.m. It’s not always dark when you get there, but it’s always dark when you leave. Tonight, sheets of rain collide with the pavement, adding particular menace to an already cold, dark night. Last one out. Like usual. You drag your gear to the car, and your back muscles flex reluctantly as you heave a box into the trunk. Another fastener on the handle snaps. Great. Last trip. Heavy breaths.… (read more)
I don’t just cook in my kitchen…
Posted by JD on September 14, 2011
…In fact, I barely cook in my kitchen. But I have found myself playing a healthy bit of guitar at the kitchen table lately, and it sparked an idea.   A long time ago, I started a video series on our Youtube page called, “Acoustic Chronicles” (I have a disorder that forces me to come up with dumb names for everything.). Basically, I just recorded video of acoustic gigs and posted them. I didn’t… (read more)
Something We All Need to See
Posted by JD on August 17, 2011
Hey All,   It’s a hot August day, and I’m sitting out on my porch, melting a little bit, because it’s the only place where I get consistent cell phone service. I’ve been on hold trying to get the band’s money back from a company that accidentally doubled charged us, and my call has already dropped twice. AHHHHHH. Where am I going to make calls when it starts getting cold?   Anyway, while… (read more)
NEW MUSIC VIDEO – “Feel the Rain”
Posted by JD on July 14, 2011
Hi Friends,   July has been great so far! We got to play several festivals and events where we could reach new ears and make new connections, and it’s a great feeling to know that the music is getting out there. Festival food is also great. We had some deep-fried Oreos last weekend, and I’m still thinking about them. They were good. GOOD.   AND! And we have a new music video.   I wrote “Love… (read more)
World Vision
Posted by JD on June 27, 2011
Hey Everybody,   I feel like summer always moves too quickly. Maybe because it’s my favorite season. I’ve already got anxiety about July. I don’t want it to come and go like June did.   Anyway, I hope all is well with each of you. I wanted to touch base with a blog/update about World Vision.   As many of you know, JD Eicher & the Goodnights have been an Artist Associate with World Vision… (read more)
Superstition!
Posted by JD on May 28, 2011
hi all,   i’m always fighting the urge to indulge in superstitions. i’m actually kind of superstitious about it :)   here’s a live video of us covering “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder for the encore at our Hard Rock CD release show:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZRetIcnlYI   hope you like it! the band is so grateful to have such awesome people supporting what we do. hoping to see… (read more)
We Have a Winner!
Posted by JD on May 8, 2011
hi all,   just a quick announcement… Haley Ostendorf is the winner of the signed ukulele and t-shirt. thank you so much to everyone who participated in sharing the news about our iTunes release – we wish we had 100 ukuleles to give out :)   congrats to Haley and thanks to all of you! please continue to spread the word – we can really use your help getting the music out there!   jd   www.twitter.com/jdeicher… (read more)
New CD on iTunes! Win a ukulele!
Posted by JD on May 3, 2011
hello friends,   today is an exciting day for the band – our album is now available on iTunes! you can get it now at this link: http://bit.ly/kNt8jH   i really hope you like it, and i hope you’ll help us spread the word! every time you post the album’s iTunes link (http://bit.ly/kNt8jH) AND tag us on Twitter (@jdeicher) or Facebook (@jd eicher & the goodnights) this week, you’ll be entered… (read more)
NEW MUSIC VIDEO!
Posted by JD on April 28, 2011
hi all,   this has been a great week! the Post-Gazette ran this article about our new record: http://bit.ly/jtkNGh, our song, “Crazy” was played in the stadium during the Pirates game, and we have two very fun shows planned – one tonight in Youngstown and one tomorrow in Pittsburgh!   oh yeah – AND our new music video for the song, “Love is Gonna Find You,” just went live at this link:… (read more)
PREVIEW VIDEO FOR “SHIFTING”
Posted by JD on April 21, 2011
hi all,   here’s what’s happening:   -we have a NEW CD coming out in one week, and you can preview it RIGHT NOW here: http://bit.ly/i7n0vc   -advanced tickets for the Pittsburgh Hard Rock release show on the 29th are still available! you can order them until Monday, April 25th at 10 a.m. right here: http://bit.ly/hHV9r6. you won’t want to miss this show! it’s starts at 9:30 p.m. with Christine… (read more)
NEW SONG – TWO WEEKS BACK
Posted by JD on April 2, 2011
hi everybody,   in the two weeks since my last post, i’ve been all over the place playing acoustic college shows in CT, NH, VT, IL, and PA. it was a fun adventure, and i got to meet some really cool people along the way. thanks to everyone who came out and gave a listen! i’m learning to love driving, too. i have to, you know.   we’re very excited to share our first single from the new album… (read more)
NEW RECORD, NEW SITE, NEW BEGINNINGS
Posted by JD on April 2, 2011
hello listeners, supporters, and friends,   the past several months have been an absolute whirlwind of activity for the band. we’ve been busy with recording, video and photo shoots, and performing all over the east coast. lots of hours of driving, hard work, and logistics, but things are coming together!   if you’re reading this on our new site, welcome! if not, you should really check out the… (read more)
Christmas 2010
Posted by JD on December 25, 2010
It’s Christmas, and we’ve just finished all of the crazy running around, visiting family, etc. Things are dying down a bit before our traditional ham sandwich meal later tonight, and I wanted to write a quick blog. Just because. I’ve always loved Christmas. Duh. Most folks do. But this year it’s particularly special, because I’ve experienced generosity in a very direct way. Around the beginning… (read more)
New CD/Tour Dates
Posted by JD on November 7, 2010
Hello Friends, It’s been a while! In the past, I’ve always felt lazy when I neglected the good old blog. This time I can honestly say I’ve just been too busy (and that’s a good thing). The past weeks have been packed with college shows, a southern tour down to Tennessee and Atlanta, and lots of trips to Michigan. I never thought I’d be in Michigan so much… Growing up in Ohio, you’re… (read more)
Hallelujah and the Adirondacks
Posted by JD on August 27, 2010
Summer is drawing to a close, and I find myself feeling like I always do this time of year: wanting more of it. But I can’t complain. It’s been a great summer – one of the very best for a long time. I got to do what I love, and I got to do it a lot. From festival to venue to fair, there were so many supportive people (like you!) who came out and made us feel like a million bucks. Thanks for… (read more)
We're on Pandora! (And other things.)
Posted by JD on August 2, 2010
Hi Friends, Another Monday.  It used to be my most dreaded day of the week, but these days it's almost like a Saturday.  I spend all weekend running around to shows, so a quiet Monday in Ohio has become a nice time to relax.  And a nice time to catch up. I really hope you've been well.  I'm pretty sure I've said this every year, but summer is going way to fast.  I can't believe it's August already. … (read more)
Lynyrd Skynyrd and JamLegend
Posted by JD on July 8, 2010
Hi Friends, I thought I’d avoid the heat and escape to the old blog for a bit. I hope you had a great 4th of July! We had the opportunity to perform at the Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival that day, which was lots of fun, and I made it home early and got to hang out with the family and see some fireworks. That’s a good day – music and good people. I really feel blessed :) Here are two cool… (read more)
"Tour Story 5: The Making of Tour Story: The Story Behind Tour Story"
Posted by JD on June 28, 2010
Friends, I give you the latest installment of the wildly controversial and critically-acclaimed series, "Tour Story": "Tour Story 5: The Making of Tour Story: The Story Behind Tour Story" Hoping this brightens your day! Love, JD (read more)
Summer and “JD Could Really Use Your Help With This”
Posted by JD on June 7, 2010
Hello Friends, It’s been a while since I sent one of these things out into the World Wide Webs. How have you been? I’m hoping well :) It seems like the end of spring is always chaotic, but at least there’s that bright light at the end of the tunnel. I’m talking about summer, obviously. I’m definitely a summer guy, and I can’t wait for all the cookouts and the change of pace from bar gigs… (read more)
FREE Music!
Posted by JD on May 17, 2010
Friends,It was a year ago when we entered the studio to record The Shape of Things, and we want to celebrate that by releasing 3 of the tracks for a FREE download!You can find the download box on the left side of our Myspace and Facebook pages -  please help yourself to some free tunes!  (The full album will still be available on iTunes, Amazon, our online store, etc.)www.myspace.com/jdeicherwww.facebook.com/jdeicherandthegoodnightsFor… (read more)
IT'S BACK!
Posted by JD on April 27, 2010
Friends,It's been a long time, and many of you have been asking about it.  The wait has ended.  Today I give you "Tour Story 4.5"If you're looking to waste a few seconds of your day - if you're looking to avoid learning for a moment - look no further.  Click the link below, where you'll see me dance, wear a headband, etc.  But I warn you: this video is not for everyone.  Click carefully:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dn0_pRyJL9wHope… (read more)
Flip Flops and Acoustic Chronicles
Posted by JD on April 9, 2010
Dear Readers (and Hopefully Listeners), Friday is finally here, but it unfortunately brought along some colder weather.  I was really getting into the shorts and flip flops lifestyle, too.  My first week of flip flops each year is a lot like re-learning how to walk.  While I do loose all confidence in my balance and footwork, there is no substitute for the freedom that sandals offer.  Also, I'm… (read more)
BreakingBand.com and Free Ringtones
Posted by JD on April 5, 2010
Hey All,Hoping you had a great holiday weekend.  I had a chance to spend some time with the fam, which was great :)  Wanted to keep you in the loop on two things:1.  5 FREE ringtones from our album, The Shape of Things, are now available at www.myspace.com/jdeicher.  Enjoy :)2.  We are currently the featured band on BreakingBand.com.  Swing by and check out our review right on the main page! … (read more)
Q's House
Posted by JD on March 29, 2010
Hey Everybody,A few months ago, I did an interview with a very cool online radio show, Q's House.  It's a talk show that hits on lots of interesting topics and features various musicians.  My interview airs on tomorrow's show (3/30/10), which starts at 8 p.m.  To be honest, it was a while ago, so I don't remember a whole lot of the interview :)  I do remember two things, though:  I was pretty… (read more)
Books on Tape
Posted by JD on March 24, 2010
Are you well read if you've listened to lots of books on tape?...I recently took the plunge and got a library card.  It was the first time I'd set foot in a library since I graduated from college last May.  (That's a scary thing in itself - "last" May.  That "last" carries a heavy implication that the "next" May is very near.  It's hard to believe it's been almost a year since I was on track to… (read more)
Featured on WYEP!!!
Posted by JD on March 4, 2010
Hey Friends,Every once and a while, something cool happens amidst all of the frustrations of being a working musician :)  Last night, I'm rehearsing in Pittsburgh with the band, and Dan gets a call saying to turn on the radio.  So he goes outside to his car for a minute and then yells for us to follow.  It is kind of a cool moment - all of us standing outside in the cold and hearing "The Shape… (read more)
"Stella the Artist"
Posted by JD on February 23, 2010
Hello to the Two People Who Will Read This,It's Tuesday afternoon, and I should be assembling about 100 press kits right now, but I'm feeling very procrastinatory, so I thought I'd go to Blog World for a while.  (Please note: "procrastinatory" is not widely accepted as a real word.  I feel like it is has a certain strength to it though, you know?)I'm sitting here listening to David Gray's "Stella… (read more)
Thank You
Posted by JD on February 19, 2010
I picked a crazy occupation.   Over the past month or so, I’ve played shows on big stages and small stages; with a full band and by myself; in a cafeteria and in a renovated barn; to a big crowd that didn’t care and to a small crowd that listened closely. I’ve driven thousands of miles and played shows that cost more than I made, and I’ve been really excited and really depressed about the… (read more)
Album Review by Wildy's World!!!
Posted by JD on February 7, 2010
To Those That I Owe So Much For Always Supporting Us,   I'm so excited to share this album review with you - it is so kind and encouraging :)   http://wildysworld.blogspot.com/2010/01/review-jd-eicher-goodnights-shape-of.html   Hope you get a minute to check it out!   Have an excellent day,   JD   p.s. - Enjoy the Super Bowl!  (I won't pretend to know anything about televised sports.) (read more)
"TOUR STORY 4"
Posted by JD on January 29, 2010
Readership, It's that time again... "Tour Story 4" has arrived - the 4th episode in a critically-acclaimed, nationally-praised video series that has been changing the film industry since it's inception a few months ago.  Don't be afraid... embrace it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iO0W3CA7jWw Love, JD and All Those Who Have Invested Their Hearts and Minds Into This Project (read more)
Album Review in Geneva College Paper!
Posted by JD on January 29, 2010
Hey All, Just wanted to share this review of The Shape of Things with you.  It came out today in Geneva College's paper, The Cabinet. ~JD   "Shaping Up to Be a Good Thing" By Andy Kerstetter It’s one of those days: you stayed up late watching movies, woke up to realize you have a test in the evening you forgot to study for, and to top it all off you slept through your alarm and will be late for… (read more)
PRAISEFORWALLFLOWER.COM album review!!!
Posted by JD on January 17, 2010
Dear Everybody, A great music site, www.praiseforwallflower.com, has just released a beautiful album review for "The Shape of Things."  When you get a second, give it a read :) http://praiseforwallflower.com/post/339524709/jd-eicher-the-goodnights-the-shape-of-things PFW is a great source for new music and excellent album reviews - if you use Tumblr, you can follow the site @ pfwallflower.tumblr.com… (read more)
Featured in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Posted by JD on January 15, 2010
Hey Crew,Thought I'd share another article.  This is a recent one from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette :)I hope your weekend is ridiculously good.JDPittsburgh calling: A capsule look at Pittsburgh bands making the newsby Scott MervisJD Eicher and the Goodnights Sound: Poppy acoustic rock in the vein of the Dave Matthews Band. Members: JD Eicher (vocals, guitar); Dan Prokop (keys/bass/backing vocals);… (read more)
Featured in Beaver County Times
Posted by JD on January 12, 2010
Hello Friends! The Beaver County Times recently featured us in the article below, so I wanted to share.  Hope you're having an excellent week :) ~JD   Tady column: Music's the buzz at this B-Falls coffee shop by Scott Tady January 10, 2010 Something is brewing at Beaver Falls Coffee & Tea — a music scene. The College Hill coffee shop has turned into a popular concert site, attracting… (read more)
New Year, New Video
Posted by JD on January 1, 2010
Hello Friends, I hope that the holidays have treated you well!  It was great to be able to spend some time with the family and take a little break from driving all over the place for shows.  After our trip to New York, we took a couple weeks off for the holidays, and it was nice to take some time to recharge.  I hope you had lots of relaxation and good food these past weeks. Last night… (read more)
"Tour Story 2.5"
Posted by JD on December 20, 2009
Dear Friends, Not quite long enough or interesting enough to be "Tour Story 3," "Tour Story 2.5" is here now for your viewing pleasure.   To check it out, click on the link.  You can also go to www.youtube.com/jdeicher and view all the videos in the "Tour Story" series. Hope you enjoy :) JD (read more)