Song Of The Week: You’re Everything To Me

This week’s 510JAZZ Song Of The Week is “You’re Everything To Me”. John Vargas composed this song in 2016 and it first appeared on the 2018 album “January 16”. Composed as a love ballad, it intended to stir the heartstrings for romantics all over. In 2018 this song was 510JAZZ’s #1 song on worldwide radio. This song was featured in the 61st Grammy Awards.

You're Everything To Me

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In May 2018 510JAZZ released the official “You’re Everything To Me” video which features exquisite vocals from Maya Victoria, accented by beautiful strings and sax stylings. Directed by Carolyn Vargas and Produced by Roy Reyes, this video was shot on-location at sites in San Francisco, Campbell and Fremont, CA.

The official commercial release of this song is found on 510JAZZ’s “January 16” album, released in February 2018. Click on the below Spotify player to hear this song.

To hear this song on your favorite streaming site, listen to our “January 16” album in The Listening Room.


Meet The Musicians

Maya Victoria (vocals - Angelicas 7-14 show)

Maya Victoria is a skilled Jazz and R&B vocalist and composer. She has an extensive discography comprised of her own releases as well as guest appearances with many other artists.

The lush, romantic feel of this song comes from our string quartet, featuring (L-R) Matthew Szemela, Mads Tolling, Emily Onderdonk and Lewis Patzner. Strings arranged by Stan Muncy (center).

The 510JAZZ String Quartet

John Lewis brings beautiful tenor sax stylings to this song, enhancing the mood of this romantic ballad. Also featured (not in photo) are Tony Song (guitar), Mark Rickey (piano), Charlie Channel (bass) and Collette D’Almeida (drums)

Song Of The Week: Highway 1

This week’s 510JAZZ Song Of The Week is “Highway 1”. John Vargas composed this song in 2013 as an homage to a favorite part of his California home. Highway 1 is a coastal road running from the Oregon border to San Diego, where the scenery and atmosphere are ever-changing, and incredibly inspiring.

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Check out this beautiful live rendition of “Highway 1” featuring Oshra Sedan on vocals, accompanied by Tony Song on guitar. This video was recorded on October 16, 2016 at Fenix in San Rafael, CA.

The official commercial release of this song is found on 510JAZZ’s “Bossa510” album, released in December 2015. This version features incredible vocals from Jamillions, with exquisite guitar stylings from Tony Song. Click on the below Spotify player to hear this song.

To hear this song on your favorite streaming site, listen to our “Bossa510” album in The Listening Room.


Meet The Musicians

Jamillions

Jamillions is a superb R&B vocalist, composer, and producer. He has an extensive discography comprised of his own releases as well as guest appearances with many other artists.

Tony Song is an extremely versatile guitarist. While a brilliant electric guitarist, we feel that Tony’s beautiful acoustic guitar work really brings that Bossanova feel to our music.

Tony Song

Oshra Sedan is a superb jazz vocalist that brings a smooth feel to our music. Her sound is reminiscent of some of the world’s best-loved Bossanova vocalists.

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
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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
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Song Of The Week: “San Juan Island Sunset”

Song Of The Week: "San Juan Island Sunset" featuring Oshra Sedan

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Music and lyrics: John Vargas
Featuring: Oshra Sedan (vocals), Tom Povse (flute), Gil Cohen (flugelhorn)
Strings: Matthew Szemela (violin), Mads Tolling (violin), Emily Onderdonk (viola) and Lewis Patzner (cello); Strings arranged by Stan Muncy
Rhythm: Mark Rickey (keyboards), Tony Song (guitar), Charlie Channel (bass), Collette d’Almeida (drums), Stan Muncy (percussion); Horns arranged by Tom Povse


What They’re Saying…
A real Latin-influenced Jazz track. Brings up images of sitting on a beach with not a care in the world, not only just brought up by the title of the track. The horns and strings make this a happy little track that gives you a good feeling of well being.

Andrew Goodwin
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Song Of The Week: “Fly Away”

Song Of The Week: "Fly Away" featuring Nikki Rey and Mr Mego

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Music and lyrics: John Vargas
Featuring: Nikki Rey (vocals), Mr Mego (ukelele)
Rhythm: Mark Rickey (keyboards), Tony Song (guitar), Charlie Channel (bass), Collette d’Almeida (drums), Stan Muncy (percussion)


What They’re Saying…
This upbeat Pop/Jazz track fills the listener with a cool, relaxed summer sensation. This time there is a Hawaiian element in the sound and you feel your head nodding to that Bossa beat and see yourself under a parasol drinking cocktails. A really lovely song.

Andrew Goodwin
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Song Of The Week: “Right Next To Me”

Song Of The Week: "Right Next To Me" featring D-Varg and Matt Blaque

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Music and lyrics: John Vargas and David Vargas
Featuring: Matt Blaque (vocals), D-Varg (rap vocals), Tony Song (guitar)
Rhythm: Mark Rickey (keyboards), Charlie Channel (bass), Collette d’Almeida (drums), Stan Muncy (percussion)


What They’re Saying…
The album opens with a medium paced Samba crossover with a big summery vibe.  It is a fun, bright and breezy number with hints of Michael Jackson (“Off The Wall” era) and Gloria Estefan’s Miami Sound Machine.  D-Varg’s rapping gives it an updated appeal to younger listeners who may not have heard music like this before.

Andrew Goodwin
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