Dance Pop from Carol Jarvis

Carol Jarvis has long been recognised as one of the UK’s most revered musical talents, a trombonist whose enjoyed a decorated career, she’s known for her virtuoso skills across classical, commercial, jazz and theatre music. Over the years, she’s collaborated with some of the biggest acts in the business, from Sting and Queen to Paul McCartney, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi and Michael Bublé. From performing live on international tours and appearing in major television broadcasts to recording for high-profile productions, her artistic output and versatility have kept her in constant demand on the global stage.

Her classical credentials are equally impressive; regularly appearing as principal trombone with the UK’s leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, she brings a unique flair and expressive output to every performance. In London’s West End, she’s showcased her adaptability in theatre productions, while her orchestrations have been recorded at the legendary Capitol Studios, featured at the Academy Awards and even topped the UK and US Billboard charts.

Beyond her performance career, Carol has broken significant ground as the first female President of the International Trombone Association, setting a precedent for women in brass and inspiring a new generation of musicians. But her artistic vision extends far beyond traditional classical or jazz frameworks, over the last couple of years, she’s been sharing a string of well-received releases and now brings us her latest single titled “I Want You To Stay,” marking an exciting move into the electronic pop sphere.

This is no understated crossover experiment, “I Want You To Stay” is an infectious summer anthem packed full of danceable energy. Built on punchy beats and catchy vocals hooks, the track bursts with brightness, capturing the euphoria of long sunny days and the momentum of summer nights. As always, her trombone remains a focal points, this time framed in a hazy electronic setting where her warm brass tones glides through a lively synth-based arrangement to deliver a sensational collision of musical worlds.

Opened by the soft swirl of sweeping synth textures and silky vocalisations, delicate piano notes ring out through the arrangement as the track builds with the steady pulse of kick. Wobbling basslines and bright string stabs usher in expressive, lightly processed vocals which spin instantly memorable melodic leads to form a colourful and thoroughly energising dance-focused musical experience.

With the strike of drums, the track drops into a euphoric soundscape of invigorating rhythm as Carol’s slick trombone notes dance alongside the vocals, resulting in an engrossing pop sound that’s sure to soundtrack the summer of fans around the world. Already receiving airtime on BBC Introducing, “I Want You To Stay” serves up a spectacular release from an artist who continues to shine across a vast array of musical styles.

Listen to I Want You To Stay below

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