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THE DOO-DADS

Profile 

Founded in 2002, The Doo-Dads, a kid-cool rock and roll band, is the brainchild of four well-known veterans of the Kansas City music scene –Mike Niewald (guitar/vocals), Matt Kesler (bass/vocals), Ken Lovern, (keyboard/vocals), and Joe Gose, (drums/vocals).

Before becoming parents themselves and launching The Doo-Dads, all played professionally in various bands. Now they balance work, play and parenting just like most dads. But these dads try not to take themselves too seriously.  By sticking close to their kids (affectionately called “The Doo-
Drops”), seeing the humor in the everyday, and making really great music, The Doo-Dads have invented a new formula for a rock and roll life.

The Music

Their music mixes rockabilly, blues, country and high-energy rock and roll with a unique sense of humor that adults in the trenches of parenting can really appreciate. The music has a jumpin’, hoppin’ energy that literally moves kids. Their songs feature themes of self-awareness and respect, but most importantly, celebrate the joy of being a kid and having fun. “Mama Be Right Back” recently went to #1 on the XM Kids Radio charts.

The Experience

Whether it’s a family concert, or school presentation, The Doo-Dads promote a positive message and invite kids and adults to participate in the excitement of a true rock ‘n’ roll concert experience. Every show includes bubbles and an animated video backdrop. 


Releases

You Are Here (2003) CD- Doo-Dad Theme, Let’s Help Out, The Ball Song, and Papa Oom-Mow-Mow.

The Doo-Dads (2004) CD- My Incredible Shrinking Room, Ready to Roll, Let’s Potty, Please and Thank You, Who’s That Kid in the Mirror? Peanut Butter in My Ear, Ethan B., Hug Bug of Love, Hidden Picture Sky, Sweet Stuff, Brush Your Teeth, Walkin’ Through the Zoo, The Little Things, and Hop to the Rock.

Rockin’ Around (2007) DVD- Doo-Dad Theme, Ready to Roll, 
Let’s Help Out, The Ball Song, Walkin’ Through the Zoo, Hop to
The Rock, Return of The Doo-Dads 

Rock and Roll! (2007) CD - The Sing-a-Long, Dinosaur Party,
Keep it Clean, Mama Be Right Back, Movin’ Day, I Feel Great,
Forever I Love You, I’m So Lucky, All By Myself, You’ve Got 
Something, Daddy Got a Day Off, I Want What I Want, Play
The Drums, My Shadow and Me, Let’s Go Rock and Roll 


Press

The Kansas City Star
“In their red and white bowling shirts and blue-tinted sunglasses, The Doo-Dads look like they’re having fun because they are!”

Lawrence Journal-World
“Kansas City’s Doo-Dads put a grown-up spin on children’s music…”

Jan Turner, Principal, John Diemer Elementary School
“The Doo-Dads were great and the students and staff really enjoyed the music!”

Kansas City Baby Magazine (Summer 2008)
“The Doo-Dads turned the comforting phrase “Mama Be Right Back” into a song and now a #1 hit on XM Kids Radio!”

Fox 4 WDAF-TV (Kansas City)
“…an artistic cut above mainstream fare…”

435 South
“The Doo-Dads have developed an infectious brand of kids’ music with the stamp of definite adult approval.”


Licensing Rights

The Doo-Dads® is a registered trademark of The Doo-Dads, LLC © 2010. Music is published by Really Fun Music (BMI) under The Doo-Dads. All Rights Reserved.


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