Robert Janz
Albums
Albums
Real Music, Volume 1
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.
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 2
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'.
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 Sessions
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'.
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 Soundtrack
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'.
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 3
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
Singles and EPs
Singles and EPs
Burger King Foot Lettucewith 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.
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.
Africa
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.
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 Christmas
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.
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 Grass
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.
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 Scene
Released May 30, 2019.
The second and final week of "...Until I Get Bored". Unique electronic/fusion sounds carry an improvisation-focused track.
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 2019with 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.
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 Presentswith 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).
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)
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.
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)
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!
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)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.
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.
Essence
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Live Albums, Singles, and EPs
Live Albums, Singles, and EPs
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.
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.
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.
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.
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'.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.