New Music Releases: Chloe Flower; David Garfield featuring Smokey Robinson, David Sandorn, Michael McDonald; Dan Pitt Trio

Chloe Flower - Get What U Get [Solo Piano Version]

Of the new version, Chloe says, ""One of best things about being an instrumentalist is that I can arrange almost any song into a peaceful piano song!  I'm so excited to explore a new dimension of ‘Get What U Get', this one being a completely different version, one that you can relax to!" Following her show-stealing performance alongside Cardi B at the 2019 Grammy Awards, Chloe Flower released her much-anticipated debut single "Get What U Get" on Sony Music Masterworks.  Upon release, the track debuted at the top of iTunes' Classical Chart, holding the No. 1 spot that same day.  Co-produced with Tommy Brown, Anthony "Tone" Jones and Chloe's longtime collaborator Babyface, "Get What U Get" includes nods to Chopin and Beethoven mixed with the style and flare of a hit pop record.   Following the track's debut, Chloe premiered her first-ever music video for the track, which also notched a top spot on iTunes' Classical music video chart and reached the top 10 on iTunes' overall music video charts upon its release.

David Garfield – One Like You featuring Smokey Robinson, David Sandorn, Michael McDonald

The brand new single from David Garfield’s “Outside The Box” series, “One Like You” is a romantic R&B, yet smooth groove leaning to the old-school vibe, definitely a song to be listened to on a candlelit Friday night in loving company. Co-written by the legendary Smokey Robinson, who has been called “America’s greatest poet” by Bob Dylan, the melodies and lyrics follow in the footsteps of the iconic Robinson’s classic songwriting stylings such as “My Girl”, “Tears of a Clown”, “I Second That Emotion” and “Ooo Baby, Baby”. Joining Smokey on the vocals is long-time Garfield collaborator Michael McDonald for a perfect Motown-style duet. Also featured on the track are David Sanborn (sax), Randy Jacobs & Tony Pulizzi (guitars), and “Ready” Freddie Washington (bass). This is a rare and dynamic collaboration between these great artists, together for the first to bring this magical track for your listening enjoyment. ~ smoothjazz.com

Dan Pitt Trio – Fundamentally Flawed

The Dan Pitt Trio is an exciting addition to Toronto’s jazz and creative music scene led by guitarist Dan Pitt.  The trio’s debut album “Fundamentally Flawed” is a unique collection of music with thrilling left turns and spontaneous moments of composition and  improvisation. Heavily influenced by the ECM records of Paul Motian, this music combines a variety of styles and influences over a strong jazz foundation. Completing this dynamic trio are two of the most creative musicians in Toronto, bassist Alex Fournier and drummer Nick Fraser who’s musician ship and creativity elevate this music to new heights. The CD will be officially released on October 18th, and will be celebrated with a performance at Burdock Music Hall in Toronto on Monday October 21st at 9pm.  The trio will also be doing a Canadian tour in November to help celebrate the release.