Randy Goodrum

Randy Goodrum became well known in Nashville as a studio piano player. He has played on many albums for a wide range of performers while developing his skills as a songwriter. In 1977, Randy had four number one hits (with several more hits to follow). Among his most noted tunes are “You Needed Me,” “Bluer Than Blue,” and “Oh Sherrie.”  In 1984 he built his own recording studio (which he called California Phase) and over the years worked with such artists as Chet Atkins, Roy Orbison, Steve Perry, and Dottie West. Randy was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2000.