Music

Robert Janz Albums

Real Music, Volume 1by Robert Janz
Released October 4, 2017. 
First album in the Real Music trilogy: featuring staple live track 'Saggy', plus slow jam 'We Need a Gap' and bonus acapella track 'That Thing, Not Good' with CJ DeGroote.
Real Music, Volume 2by Robert Janz
Released January 18, 2019.
Second album in the Real Music trilogy: expanded instrumentation aids ambitious tracks like 'Dominance' I and II and solo-focused jams like 'NO75' and "Emotion', while also featuring low-key songs like piano solo 'Old Beginnings' and the vaporwave-esque 'Evaporate'.
Alive Music Sessionsby Robert Janz
Released March 8, 2019. 
Recorded live-in-studio, Alive Music Sessions compiles two 5-song EPs of improvised, live-looped tracks made for live performance and spontaneous solos. 8 new compositions plus reimagined versions of 'Old Beginnings' and Three Derpys track 'That Dream'.
Stories You Think You Know: An Original Soundtrackby Robert Janz
Released February 26, 2021. 
Soundtrack to the Grass Lake Theatrical Society's feature film production of 'Exposed! What Really Happened". Includes 15 brand new compositions, 2 previously released tracks, and early versions of songs to be featured on 'Real Music, Volume 3'.
Real Music, Volume 3by Robert Janz
Released May 7, 2021. 
Tracks like 'Grit', 'Idle', 'There Is No Meaning', and 'Weightless' explore genres like metal, lo-fi hip hop, orchestral jazz and synth-fusion, while 'Gingham Picnic Shirt' and 'Over the River' make use of enhanced production value and new instrumentation. 'Negotiation' and 'Lost Fantasies serve as bookends, guiding the trajectory of the album's production.
Notes to Selfby Robert Janz
Released August 11, 2023.
Notes to Self, the first instrumental original album from Janz since concluding the 3 volume 'Real Music' series, is quite possibly the most cohesive yet. Taking inspiration from an array of production styles and musical influences, Notes to Self is a transformative trip through the brief moments of inspiration documented over the course of several months through voice memos; aka, "Notes to Self".
Reputation (Robbie's Version)by Robert Janz
Released February 6, 2024.
Nobody expected such an outrageous proposal to actually come to fruition, but he did it: 15 tracks, replicating the track listing of Taylor Swift's infamous 6th album, completely written, recorded, and produced within 24 hours. There will be no explaination: there will just be imitation.
Four Point Confessionsby Robert Janz
Released November 4, 2024.
My most ambitious work yet, Four Point Confessions weaves many stories together with one common thread: coming to terms with impending change.

Will Janz Albums

Silly Songs with Willby Will Janz
Released September 29, 2023
The complete Silly Songs saga! Features previously unreleased bonus track "Bad Coffee" and 2 exclusive live recordings (only on Bandcamp)

Singles and EPs

Burger King Foot Lettuceby Robert Janz with CJ DeGroote
Released April 20, 2018.
Written and recorded in 30 minutes, the viral meme-inspired Burger King Foot Lettuce has become Janz and DeGroote's most successful release, reaching over 15,000 streams on Spotify alone.
Africaby Robert Janz
Released June 23, 2018.
A cover of Toto's 'Africa', recorded in response to the global revitalization of the track as well as a semi-large response to an Instagram post.
Public Domain Christmasby Robert Janz
Released November 17, 2018.
A collection of 5 of the most cherished Christmas carols, reinterpreted in various jazzy styles, and a remix of 2018's 'Burger King Foot Lettuce' featuring sleigh-bells, the most Christmassy instrument imaginable.
Eating Grassby Robert Janz
Released May 16, 2019.
The first track in the two-week project "A Song Every Week Until I Get Bored" features a funky bass line and fluid song structure.
Running Sceneby Robert Janz
Released May 30, 2019.
The second and final week of "...Until I Get Bored". Unique electronic/fusion sounds carry an improvisation-focused track.
Motern Media Cover Song Challenge 2019by Robert Janz with CJ DeGroote
Released August 25, 2019.
Features covers of 'We Are Our Own Beast" by The Finklestinks and "Who Put Coffee In My Mountain Dew" by The Spoiled Chefs (performed by Janz and CJ DeGroote), as well as alternate live versions of both tracks.
DRP Music Presentsby Robert Janz with Will Janz
Released May 10, 2020.
The first 4 tracks in the 'DRP Music Presents' YouTube series: Contains unique takes on Expert (a track from an obscure PS1 game) Mariya Takeuchi's 'Plastic Love' and Tatsuro Yamashita's 'Only With You' (Japanese city pop classics), and Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used To Know' (remade as a 7/8 prog-fusion-rock jam).
Fake News (Motern Media Cover Song Challenge 2020)by Robert Janz
Released January 5, 2021.
My fifth entry to the Motern Media Cover Song Challenge comes from Matt Motern Manly Man's "Great Unfinished Masterpiece" album: Fake News reinterprets the showtune-style piece in a piano-rock setting.
I See You (Motern Media Cover Song Challenge 2021)by Robert Janz
Released December 7, 2021.
My sixth entry into the Motern Media Cover Song Challenge reinterprets The Finklestinks' "I See You" into a bombastic soft-rock ballad with a brand-new bridge: earning second place in the competition!
Tightrope (Motern Media Cover Song Challenge 2022)by Robert Janz featuring Will Janz
Released December 13, 2022.
My 7th annual entry to the Motern Media Cover Song Challenge features a funky take on the Big Heist's 2020 track, with a trombone feature by Will Janz.
Essenceby Robert Janz
Released February 28, 2023
The first original release from Robert Janz in nearly two years, 'Essence' is a first look into the upcoming 'Notes to Self' LP.
Mississippi Walmartby Will Janz
Released April 11, 2023
The first solo release from Will Janz comes from the upcoming "Silly Songs with Will" album, and features 2 odes to big box retail.
Mackinac Sessionsby Robert and Will Janz
Released May 31, 2023
Between May 18th and 20th, Two Soups hauled a mobile recording unit to Michigan's Mackinac Island to record a series of covers in unique locations: these are the resulting recordings.
McChickenby Robert Janz
Released January 22, 2024
By popular demand, Robert Janz presents a first look at Robert and Will Janz's upcoming untitled concept album with a track dedicated to everyone's favorite budget chicken sandwich, the McChicken.
Is He Worthyby Robert Janz
Released March 31, 2024
Originally recorded in 2018 by Andrew Peterson, Is He Worthy is one of the most enduring and rich worship songs of the modern era, musically reinterpreted by Robert Janz to celebrate Easter 2024. 
McChicken (Remix)by Robert Janz
Released June 5, 2024
Robert Janz reimagines McChicken in typical 'pop dance remix' fashion, with inspiration from a recently unearthed voicemail concerning the famous chicken sandwich.
Mackinac Sessions 2024: Sisyphizing the Islandby Robert and Will Janz
Released June 14, 2024
Back for 2024, Two Soups travels to Michigan's picturesque Mackinac Island to record 4 choice covers live on location.

Live Albums, Singles, and EPs

Old Beginnings (Live)
Released May 17, 2019.
A bonus release for the first week of "...Until I Get Bored" features the first ever performance of a Robert Janz original track, recorded live at Michigan Center High School's 2018 variety show.
Robert Janz and Friends: Live at Jackson Coffee Company (7.12.19)with CJ DeGroote 
Released July 15, 2019.
This album marks my first ever full-length performance and features highlights from recent releases "Real Music, Volume 2" and "Alive Music Sessions", as well as early favorites, covers, and audience requests. The deluxe version, only available through Bandcamp, features the entire show, including audience member karaoke.
Live In The Alley: The Nite Lite Set
Released August 8, 2020.
The first live performance in more than eight months; solo performances of staple covers, plus Janzession's 'Pull Your Pants Up'.
Two Soups and Nobody Else (Live, 8.19.21)with Will Janz
Released March 4th, 2022
An electric collection of improvised covers and original compositions, Two Soups and Nobody Else is a perfect definition of the eclectic energy found in Two Soups live shows.
Soup's On, Baby! (Live from the Two Soups Tour 2022)with Will Janz
Released July 31, 2022
Two Soups embarked on their most gigs ever in a 3 month span, playing to a variety of audiences ranging from near-empty high school gyms, to the crowd at Stoopfest 2022. The result? 18 tracks documenting an exciting 3+ month musical exploration.
Yard Concert 2023by Two Soups and the Salad Bar
Released July 14, 2023
The second annual Yard Concert, performed by the expanded Two Soups ensemble, boasted an 11 piece ensemble and a setlist of over 20 songs: relive some of those moments on this 13 track live album!
We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together (Live)by Two Soups and the Salad Bar
Released August 14, 2023.
A strong highlight from the 2023 lineup of TSatSB's 'second chance' gig, performed on August 13, 2023!
From The Start/That's All (Live 11.4.23)by Robert and Will Janz
Released November 5, 2023.
Just two suits and a piano, with a duo of jazz-adjacent tracks recorded live at Jackson Country Club.
Two for Two: Yard Concert 2024by Two Soups and the Salad Bar
Released July 16, 2024
Packed with 18 tracks from TWO very successful yard concerts, featuring a variety of originals and covers from a wide array of sources.
The Grand Haven Gig (Live)by Two Soups Plus
Released October 25, 2024
Features six tracks recorded  by the new quartet lineup of Two Soups (with additions Gavyn Coleman and Bryce Prestler), with 3 originals and 3 choice covers.

Christmas Albums

Public Domain Christmas (Remixed and Expanded)by Robert Janz
Released November 21, 2020.
Includes brand new mixes of the original six songs, plus alternate versions, 2017 Three Derpys track 'Eyebellzeek', and a previously unreleased live take of Wham's 'Last Christmas' performed by Janzession in 2019.
A Christmas We'll Remember: Music from the DRP Music Christmas Concert
Released December 18, 2020.
This soundtrack to the 2020 virtual concert features live-in-studio performances by Robert Janz, CJ DeGroote, and Will Janz, as well as appearances by Isaac Conrad, the Jackson Community Concert Band, Matt Farley, and The Existential Funk.
New Traditions: Music from the 2nd Annual DRP Music Christmas Concert
Released December 20, 2021
The 2nd Annual DRP Music Christmas Concert included performances by returning hosts Robert Janz, CJ DeGroote, and Will Janz, as well as The Three Band Quartet and The Bouncing Winds.
Christmas Once More: Music from the 3rd Annual Janzlife Christmas Special
Released December 18, 2022
Another year, another Christmas special from Janzlife! This time, the hour-plus experience centers around a packed Two Soups live show and features numerous performances from that concert, plus other special segments. This compilation features the eight tracks included in the special, plus 2 bonus tracks.

The Three Derpys (2013-2017)

Derp.
Released November 25, 2013.
The first ever Janzlife album! Highlights include the stream-of-consciousness based 'Eat' and the experimental 'Potatoes.'.
Should've Brought Snowpants
Released April 26, 2014.
The first album to feature frequent collaborator CJ DeGroote, 'Snowpants' contains highlights 'Pop City' and 'Keegan's Reasons Not To Move In With His Friend'.
The Song Song
Released May 14, 2014.
Deemed an 'extended' album, this album features 16 tracks with DRP classics like 'Cows' and 'Mow The Lawn', later reinterpreted as a live medley on 'Robert Janz and Friends: Live at Jackson Coffee Company (7.12.19)'.
Let's Start A Party
Released December 14, 2015.
The first album to be produced almost entirely by myself. 'The Life Of The Party' and 'Looped' experiment with instrumental music, '9+10=21' takes a viral meme and adapts it into a song, and 'Dishwashers' and 'Blah' resurrect previous album outtakes.
For No Reason
Released May 8, 2017.
The revival album nobody asked for! Features highlights '(Have You Ever Had) That Dream', and 'Eyeballzeek (The Eyeball Song)', with collaborations with CJ DeGroote on 'Cheese (Hat)' and 'The Meaning of Life', which was recorded using sounds in an empty public bathroom.
Nyetwith Robert Janz
Released August 25, 2017.
The final release to use the Three Derpys name is a sprawling, 12+ minute epic featuring many distinct sections rooted in genres like swing, metal, and world music.

Janzession (2019-2019)

The Live EP (8.30.19)with Robert Janz
Released September 5, 2019.
The spontaneous formation of Janzession is recorded on this collection of live tracks, which features the first Robert Janz performance of 'Careless Whisper', Leonard Cohen's 'Hallelujah' (with vocals by drummer Bryce Prestler), and three other tracks.
The Album's Coming, We Swear.
Released November 20, 2019.
Features demo recordings of Janzession originals 'LOL' and 'Pull Your Pants Up', plus the improvised tracks 'Don't Stop!' and 'Hawk's Song (Pants, Cont.)
The 2019 Collection
Released January 27, 2019
This full length collection features the final version of 'LOL (Laugh Out Loud)', live takes, rehearsals, demos, and Janzession's sole studio recording, 'Pull Your Pants Up (2020 Mix)'.

Other Projects

Periscope Time (Singing to Some People)by Robert Janz with CJ DeGroote
Released August 25, 2017.
Compilation of live compositions sung to callers during a Twitter livestream, as well as a recorded call with tech support scammers.
Steep Slopesby Quiet Times, Quiet Measures
Released November 27, 2017.
This EDM inspired track features writing credits from 10+ strangers who met through the internet with the purpose of creating music: this was the sole result.
Mom Said I Couldn't Make Thisby Boodeedoo and Trebor Z'naj
Released August 6, 2021.
Experimental in nature, 'Mom Said I Couldn't Make This' breaks the boundaries of what is considered music.

Compilations

Five Years: The Best of DRP Music
Released September 7, 2018.
'Five Years' traces the evolution of DRP Music from comedic song snippets to the release of 'Real Music, Volume 1' and beyond. Features two previously unreleased tracks ('Tripped Up The Stairs' and 'The Best of C.J. DeGroote'), plus an exclusive abridged version of 'Nyet'.
LOL: The Best of 2019
Released December 17, 2019.
Featuring highlights from DRP Music's most prolific year to that point, LOL showcases a broad range of styles. Includes the original small-ensemble version of 'Lost Fantasies', which would later be featured on 'Real Music: Volume 3'.
This Stuff Is Pretty Cool (Janzlife 2023-24)
Released March 22, 2024
Features highlighted tracks released during 2023 (and some of 2024) by Robert Janz, Will Janz, and Two Soups and the Salad Bar. Released specifically for the new KiT-Album format.