His first significant opportunity arose at 19 when he received an invitation to record and then tour with the funk icons “Cameo.” Just two years later, on his 21st birthday, Las Vegas superstar Wayne Newton invited Stern to join him for a twelve-month tour performing in Las Vegas and across the nation. By the age of 23, he became part of Lionel Richie’s band, playing keyboards and guitar while also providing background vocals. Shortly thereafter, he became the Pop Legend’s Musical Director, and for over sixteen years, Stern traveled the world alongside Richie.
As a composer Randy’s music can be heard all over the world. He has written songs for Air Supply, Kenny Rogers and composed of the most widely held pieces of music in the world…the Disney Home Video Logo. He has also written for dozens of movie trailers, TV spots and numerous infomercials.
As a performer, Randy has worked with Elton John, Eric Clapton, Stevie Nicks, Vanessa Williams, Tina Turner, Don Henley, Sheila E, Natalie Cole, Seal, Richard Marx, The Pointer Sisters, David Foster, Jewel, Brian McKnight and many more. Major television appearances, national and international include the “Grammy Awards”, “American Music Awards”, “Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, “David Letterman”, “Saturday Night Live”, and the “Olympics Closing Ceremony”.
Versatility is a key to Randy’s career. No style is out of range. Randy has maintained his own recording studio for over 30 years and has the ability and temperament to adapt to all musical situations with great ease.
“Getting back in the Special Event side of the music industry was a natural for me. I love all styles of music, I love the thrill of a great live band, and I love to make people happy and see them dance!”
There is no one providing music in the special event industry that has the experience Randy Stern has.