Rob Tardik’s Single Press Release of "Shakin’ The House" from (Balance.Energy.Laughter.Love)
"Ringing the B.E.L.L of Life" for 2012
...These are the words that drive award-winning Contemporary Jazz artist Rob Tardik.
The song “Shakin’ The House” off his 3rd CD Balance, Energy, Laughter, Love, produced
by saxophonist Darren Rahn, is guaranteed to do so as Rob looks to ring in the New
Year with his 2nd single off his newest recording which made it to #6 on the "Top
10 CD’s of 2011" list in Smooth Jazz News magazine!
Darren and Rob met and performed together at the Canadian Smooth Jazz awards after
Rob was honored by winning the award for the 2010 Canadian Smooth Jazz Guitarist
of the year. Darren Rahn who has produced music for the likes of Dave Koz, Jonathan
Butler, Najee, Bob James, Kirk Whalum, Eric Darius, Tim Bowman, Jeffrey Osborne,
Phil Perry, Jeff Lorber, Michael Lington and the late Wayman Tisdale, is one of
the brightest new stars of Contemporary Jazz. The two immediately struck up a mutual
friendship and Rob approached Darren after again meeting at the American Smooth
Jazz Awards held in Chicago in late 2010 to collaborate and produce a track for
Rob’s next CD. In spring 2011, Rob flew to Darren’s home in Denver, Colorado to
record his guitar parts and help finish the track at Darren’s “Litterbox” home based
studio.
The result is “Shakin The House”, the second single off Rob’s newest CD “Balance,
Energy, Laughter, Love”. The chemistry between these two artists is immediate and
engaging. The track bristles with enthusiastic energy and the call and response
type communication between the two artists is immediate and musically highlighted
by the strong melodic hooks in each song section that tie the track together. Darren’s
soul-inflected sax work which is complimented by guest bassist Mel Brown’s groovy
funk and gospel tinged bass lines help propel Rob’s funky nylon string guitar lines
and rhythm work.
With the new 2012 release of his second single “Shakin The House” off his 3rd studio
CD B.E.L.L. , Canadian born Rob Tardik is poised to make a musically infectious
return to concerts and radio worldwide. Through further establishing himself as
a serious player in the contemporary jazz genre, Rob will continue to support his
passion for the guitar and to share his true love of performing live music for audiences
everywhere, helping to promote the ringing of the B.EL.L. of life everyday!
Rob’s newest single and his other CD’s are available for purchase on-line at www.robtardik.com,
www.iTunes.com and www.amazon.com.
"Bravo for Tardik’s generous spirit and foresight to give us such a diverse album.
The album not only affirms Tardik’s talents but displays his love for the music
he plays." ~ Kim Yvette Stanley, Jazz Times Magazine
"The results ring the B.E.L.L. loud and clear. This one’s the release that’ll seal
the deal for Rob Tardik. Welcome to the show, Mr. T!" ~ SCOTT O’Brien, Smooth Jazz.com
Rob Tardik's 3rd CD Release - B.E.L.L. (Balance.Energy.Laughter.Love)
Ringing the B.E.L.L of Life !!!
...These are the words that drive multiple award-winning Contemporary Jazz Guitarist/Artist
Rob Tardik. As a 2011 Billboard Charting Artist and 2010 Canadian Smooth Jazz Guitarist
of the Year, the arrival of his 3rd CD recording B.E.L.L. is a personal statement
and musical glimpse into his current life’s musical direction and growth, further
showing the world his passion for life, music, and the guitar. If you enjoy instrumental
music, then expect Rob’s smooth guitar work to soothe your soul and provide the
soundtrack to your lifestyle. Rob is again destined to capture plenty of attention
with his fantastic new musical offering, further growing his status in the current
Adult Contemporary Jazz music scene.
From Contemporary Jazz to Pop, World, Lounge, Latin, and Flamenco overtones, Rob’s
new CD will be serving up an eclectic jazzy mix of genre-bending smooth, funky,
and infectious contemporary instrumental music grooves which will keep him moving
forward into 2012 and beyond. Featuring an all star CD of guest artist collaborations
and top studio musicians like drummer Tony Moore (George Benson), bassists Mel Brown,
Eric Soostar, and Rich Brown. Rob’s stellar core band includes some of Toronto’s
finest including 2010 Canadian Wind Instrumentalist of the Year saxophonist Carson
Freeman, bassist twin brother Curtis Freeman, keyboardist Davor Jordanovski, drummer
Jeff Salem and newest members, percussionist Gino Mirizio and 2nd guitarist Geoff
Hlibka.
The new CD produced by Rob and keyboardist/studio owner Davor Jordanovski features
for the first time ever a very unique quartal phase music-listening concept. The
12 new tracks of music are subdivided into groups of 3 songs within each of the
four quadrants of Rob’s life acronym B.E.L.L.
Rob’s current musical journey opens quadrant one with Balance. The opening cut is
the hypnotic groove based radio single “East Meets Wes”, a collaboration right across
North America between legendary producer Paul Brown (George Benson, Luther Vandross,
Boney James, and Larry Carlton) and Rob. The call and response type communication
between the two guitarists is immediate and lyrically highlighted by the strong
hooky chorus that ties the track together. All the while the two of them show mutual
admiration and a tip of the hat to the late great jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery
through Paul’s tasteful arch top inflected octave work which is complimented by
Rob’s smooth melodic nylon string guitar lines. Track 2 “The Right Time” introduces
Rob’s skilled foray into AC pop music as he pens his first vocal track featuring
South African singing-sensation Francois Mulder. The balance of breathtakingly effortless
vocals and Rob’s liquid smooth acoustic work will leave the listener humming the
chorus long afterwards. Track 3 “Kimberley’s Song”, is a serene, beautiful, heartfelt
song written for a very special someone who has brought true balance into Rob’s
life.
Quadrant two kicks up the Energy on B.E.L.L into high gear as “Shakin’ the House”,
recorded and produced by saxophonist Darren Rahn, gets the pace moving. Recorded
at Darren’s “Litterbox” studio in Colorado, Darren and Rob’s music writing/playing
chemistry is instant and as the title suggests, will be raising the roof in many
homes worldwide. Track 5, “When It Comes To Lovin’ You”, features the collaboration
between Rob and Emmy award winning songwriter/pianist Don Breithaupt on this second
vocal tune of Rob’s, again featuring the gifted Francois Mulder, the result: a contemporary
jazz and Bossa Nova flavored gem with a rich vocal reverberating hook. The up-tempo
track 6 is aptly named “Frolic”, a playful tune bordering on fusion written by co-producer/keyboardist
Davor Jordanovski. The tracks effortless melodic romp let’s Rob’s guitar and Davor’s
piano converse freely and move into sprees of tasty trade off jams and improvisational
flourishes.
Laughter is the best medicine and main ingredient in quadrant three of B.E.L.L.
as track 7, La Buena Vida (The Good Life), will light up the dance floor and get
heels clicking on this Pop/Rhumba Flamenco inspired track that showcases Rob’s incredible
facility and lightning fast guitar technique, but at no point loses the listener
as the beautiful Latin melodies sing on. Alto saxophone superstar Warren Hill lends
his incredible talents and joins on track 8, “Sunday Morning”, a song which defines
the genre and showcases Warren’s tasteful phrasing, lyrical soloing, and Rob’s keen
melodic songwriting sense. The best things in life are free and the track 9, “Smile”,
completes the 3rd phase by simply making you do just that. Guest artist Jaared,
fill’s out Rob’s ear-catching guitar melodies by adding his cutting edge, layered
horn lines to keep toes tapping and faces grinning from ear to ear in a song that
simply lets the melody sing without words.
Love is the final theme in quadrant four and a phase of personal reflection for
Rob. These three songs succeed with musical depth and soul in capturing this highly
desired, but sometimes very elusive emotion in all it’s facets and dimensions starting
with the track “Midnight Blue”. The second song on B.E.L.L. co-written with multi-award
winner Don Breithaupt, feature both musicians in fine musical form as they each
freely improvise solos that breathe the cool night air into this late night track.
The two are joined by Juno Award winning trumpeter Gabriel Mark Hasselbach who adds
just the right amount of soft horn undertones to the track. The captivating “Waiting
for Love”, is a tender chill/lounge song which is highlighted by Rob’s gentle classical
finger style melodies that are supported throughout by the trance-like electronic
loop-based rhythms. These wash through the song like gentle waves as Gabriel Mark
Hasselbach’s muted trumpet compliments Rob’s emoting guitar lines in a song of passionate
yearning that at the same time remains hopeful. The CD’s final World/Flamenco-flavored
track 12, “Corazon Contento” (Happy Heart), is a fitting ending for Rob having found
his own personal peace and happiness in the simple gifts of life as the trio of
guitar, accordion, and Cajon jam the tune out into the sunset on a green hilltop
signifying the arrival of Love.
With the forthcoming release of his 3rd studio CD this fall 2011, Canadian born
Rob Tardik is poised to make a musically infectious return to concerts and radio
worldwide. Through further establishing himself as a serious player in the contemporary
jazz genre, Rob will continue to support his passion for the guitar and to share
his true love of performing live music for audiences everywhere, helping to promote
the ringing of the B.EL.L. of life everyday!
NEW Purchase (for $1.00 via PayPal) the download of a high quality MP3 of Rob's new (2nd) single
"Shakin’ The House", featuring Darren Rahn...
(you will receive an email within 24 hours of payment with a code to download the MP3)
Purchase (for $1.00 via PayPal) the download of a high quality MP3 of Rob's 1st single
"East meets WES", featuring Paul Brown...
(you will receive an email within 24 hours of payment with a code to download the MP3)
Rob's Press Release: Spring 2011
"East meets WES"
Ringing the B.E.L.L of Life !!!
...These are the words that drive the 2010 Canadian Smooth Jazz Guitarist of the Year,
and award winning Contemporary Jazz artist Rob Tardik. His brand new first single
off his soon to be released 3rd CD recording is a personal statement and musical
glimpse into his current life’s musical direction and growth, further showing the
world his passion for life, music and the guitar.
After meeting legendary producer/guitarist Paul Brown (George Benson, Larry Carlton,
Bonny James and Luther Vandross) at last years Canadian Smooth Jazz awards after
winning the Canadian 2010 Smooth Jazz Guitarist of the Year award and getting a
chance to share the stage together and strike up a mutual friendship, Rob approached
Paul in late 2010 to collaborate and produce a track for Rob’s upcoming CD. After
the two of them performed again recently in February 2011 at Rob’s recent “Out of
the Cold” Contemporary Jazz concert in Toronto Canada, Rob flew down to Paul’s home
in Los Angeles to record his guitar parts for the new single after completing bed
tracks in Toronto.
The result is "East meets WES", the first track off Rob’s new CD "Balance, Energy,
Laughter, Love". The song is a collaboration between these two artists, who are
coming together from the East and West sides of the continent and striking up a
musical “Balance”. The call and response type communication between the two guitarists
is immediate and lyrically highlighted by the strong hooky chorus that ties the
track together. All the while the two of them show mutual admiration and a tip of
the hat to the late great jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery through Paul’s tasteful
arch top inflected octave work which is complimented by Rob’s smooth melodic nylon
string guitar lines.
With the new release of the first single “East meets Wes” featuring legendary contemporary
jazz guitarist/producer Paul Brown off his forthcoming 3rd studio release this June
2011, Canadian born Rob Tardik is poised to make a musically infectious return to
concerts and radio worldwide, further establishing himself as a serious player in
the contemporary jazz genre and continue to support his passion for the guitar and
performing live music for audiences everywhere!
Rob Tardik Press Release: Summer 2010
The Right Time is HERE AND NOW!
These are the words that drive award winning Smooth Jazz artist Rob Tardik.
His newest album, “The Right Time” is a personal statement and glimpse into his life’s
current musical direction, further showing the world
his passion for life, music and the guitar.
If you enjoy instrumental music then expect Rob’s smooth guitar work to soothe your soul and provide the soundtrack to your lifestyle.
Rob is destined to capture plenty of attention with his fantastic new musical offering, further growing his status
as a rising artist in the current Adult Contemporary and Smooth Jazz
music scene.
“The Right Time” includes a lively balanced mixture of 12 tasty instrumental tracks featuring Rob and a stellar cast of musicians he
has assembled for this CD. They bring back that feel and interaction
of a real band working their musical magic together as one cohesive sonic unit! The CD features
nine new tracks and three off his previous CD, which have been re-massaged thoroughly to capture the excitement of Rob’s music with the melodic addition of saxophone player Carson Freeman and the lush piano work of
Davor Jordanovski.
Songs like, “That’s a Strut”,
“Smoothy” and “You Know What I Mean”
all pulsate with this new musical
chemistry taking Rob’s music to another level.
New tracks like “Crusin”, “Frame of Mind”,
“Bounce” and the CD’s title track, “The Right
Time” further reinforce Rob’s ever tasteful melodic ear,
always highlighted by his trademark liquid smooth guitar work! Finally the CD’s last track,
“Waiting for Rain”, a beautiful serene song about personal
growth, captures Rob’s passion for the nylon string guitar with its intimate finger
style guitar playing.
An industry veteran, and highly respected guitarist, Rob has also recently co-partnered
to launch MDR Music Productions, a new company that will help support
his latest release by specializing in licensing new music for TV, film and radio
opportunities. The company has already assembled a fantastic roster of new artists
with an ever growing music production library and a dynamic new music publishing
company.
With the new release of “The Right Time”, Canadian born
Rob Tardik is poised to make a musically infectious return to concerts and radio worldwide, further establishing himself as a wonderful new growing artist in the
adult contemporary music scene and continues to support his passion for the guitar
and performing live music for audiences everywhere!
Rob’s latest CD is available on-line at www.robtardik.com.
To order your copy of "The Right Time", right now: please click here