510JAZZ Has Been Entered Into The 62nd Grammys

We are honored to announce that our song “Called To The Sea” has been entered in the 62nd Grammy Awards.

Our song has been entered into these two categories:
– Song Of The Year
– Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals

If you are a Recording Academy Voting Member, we would truly appreciate your consideration of our song, when you vote in the 62nd Grammy Awards.

Listen and Learn More: https://510jazz.com/grammys

“Called To The Sea” – Our New Single

We’re very excited to release our newest original song “Called To The Sea”.

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“Called To The Sea” is a Bossa Nova ballad which explores the allure of open waters. The salty air and hypnotic crashing waves have long called many to this unique environment. This song reflects the beauty of our natural surroundings and the experience of being “Called To The Sea”.

You’ll enjoy stellar performances from vocalist Oshra Sedan and Berkeley Symphony violinist Matthew Szemela.  Our 510JAZZ rhythm section is comprised of Tony Song (guitar), Mark Rickey (piano), Marty Honda (bass) and Poh Soon Teng (drums).

Composed by the songwriting duo of John Vargas and David Vargas, this song features strings arranged by Stan Muncy.

Our new single was produced and engineered by David Vargas with executive producer John Vargas at 4Play Studios in Fremont, CA.  Our new single was mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer Shawn Hatfield at Audible Oddities, San Francisco, CA.

Get Our New Single on July 26! 

510JAZZ's new single releases on July 26, 2019

 

We’re very excited to release our newest original song.

Composed by the songwriting duo of John Vargas and David Vargas, this song features strings arranged by Stan Muncy.

Our new single was produced and engineered by David Vargas with executive producer John Vargas at 4Play Studios in Fremont, CA.  Our new single was mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer Shawn Hatfield at Audible Oddities, San Francisco, CA.

You’ll enjoy stellar performances from vocalist Oshra Sedan and Berkeley Symphony violinist Matthew Szemela.  Our 510JAZZ rhythm section is comprised of Tony Song (guitar), Mark Rickey (piano), Marty Honda (bass) and Poh Soon Teng (drums).

Hear Us On The Radio On June 5!

David and John Vargas are featured guests on Happy Hour With DJ Loot, on FCCFreeRadio, June 5, 4-6pm

 

510JAZZ’s David Vargas and John Vargas are featured artists on Happy Hour With DJ Loot, on FCC Free Radio.

We’ll talk about 510JAZZ’s new music and previous releases, music composition, production, engineering, live shows and more!

You’ll also learn about David Vargas’ solo productions (D-Varg).

We hope you’ll join us to listen to this superb radio show.

Wednesday, June 5
4-6pm in Studio 2B.
Listen Live:
https://fccfreeradio.com

 

Song Of The Week: “January 16”

Song Of The Week: "January 16" featuring Ricki Wegner and Matt Blaque

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Music and lyrics: David Vargas
Featuring: Ricki Wegner (vocals), Matt Blaque (vocals), Stan Muncy (vibes)
Rhythm: Mark Rickey (keyboards), Charlie Channel (bass), Collette d’Almeida (drums), Stan Muncy (percussion)


What They’re Saying…
A tribute to a beloved mother and grandmother, Jesusa Estrada Cerezo. Ironically the only track where the Bossa beat is almost hidden, this is the most Pop sounding and modern track on the album. Could be easily placed within the 70s and 80s R n’ B and Pop Soul of these eras’ superstars. Lovely end to an intriguing album.

Andrew Goodwin
New Music Ear

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Song Of The Week: “Views From My Window”

Song Of The Week: "Views From My Window" featuring D-Varg and Matt Blaque

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Music and lyrics: John Vargas and David Vargas
Featuring: D-Varg (rap vocals), Matt Blaque (vocals), John Lewis (tenor sax), Gil Cohen (flugelhorn).  Horns arranged by Tom Povse
Rhythm: Mark Rickey (keyboards), Charlie Channel (bass), Collette d’Almeida (drums), Stan Muncy (percussion), Jay Midnight (DJ scratches)


What They’re Saying…
A mass fusion of styles incorporating Hip Hop, Jazz and a little R n’ B but still keeping that minimal Bossa drumbeat. Experimental and in some ways reminds of me of some of Prince’s mid 80s phase with orchestration, electronics and Jazz mixes.

Andrew Goodwin
New Music Ear

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