Richie Goods

Chien Chien

Stanford University Department of Music

Bassist Richie Goods and vibraphonist Chien Chien met in trumpeter Jeremy Pelt’s band and instantly formed a strong musical bond. During the pandemic, they talked deeply about the Black Lives Matter movement and the increasing acts of violence perpetrated against Asians. Together they decided to do a project that would unify people and invoke imagery of love and peace. Not only was the music they produced awesome, but their friendship deepened as they explored the stereotypical discord that often exists between the African American and Asian communities. The partnership produced three recordings and led to an ongoing performing and recording project entitled Connected.


Richie Goods & Chien Chien – Connected