Liner Notes
Hypnotized
Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Dear Music Lover,
This album represents the culmination of my music career to date. It encompasses everything I enjoy and love about music as well as everything I do in the music industry. From producing to arranging/orchestrating to performing and engineering, this album has it all. The concept of this album was to take my favorite genre of music (American Songbook) and combine it with modern production techniques, bringing some new flavors, sonics, and of course "spice", to the music.
Every note, sound, and instrument had a purpose. Every sonic flavor and choice was deliberate and in order for this album to be successful in my mind, I needed the help of some of the most authentic jazz singers around. I enlisted the talents of 3 wonderful vocalists. The first of which is Addie Hamilton, with whom I have written many songs. Her voice is like silk and her presence radiates throughout the music. Olivia Morreale, a former student of mine, was one of the most talented jazz vocalists we have ever had at USC and her style, voice, and texture are monumental to the songs. Finally, Erin Bentlage, whom I first met recording this album came highly recommended by a trusted friend. Her vocal style, timbre, and phrasing are paramount to this specific version of Orange Colored Sky.
The American songbook genre has such a distinct sound and despite it not being today's popular music, is a staple of American culture. I have so much respect for this music and always feel compelled to honor the style and tradition. For that reason, I wanted to make sure that the sounds and sonics I have added do not detract from the genre but instead, add a different mood and vibe.
Thank you to Addie, Olivia, and Erin for lending me your amazing voices and style. Big thank you's to the 4 additional instrumentalists on this album, Matt Richards, Ryan DeWeese, Jon Hatamiya, and Ryan Stewart. We made our small number sound like a HUGE orchestra and big band. Always appreciate your musicianship and talents.
Special thank you's to my children Brandon, Marcus, and Bella for whom I love more than words. To my beautiful wife Amber, my soulmate, who is the light in my universe and for always supporting, loving me, and encouraging me to finally do this album. Finally a big thank you to my mom & dad for always supporting and loving me even when I decided to become a musician lol.
I sincerely hope you enjoy the album and are truly "hypnotized" by the music.
Much love to all,
Jason
Track Listing
1. Pennies From Heaven
featuring: Olivia Morreale
written by: Arthur Johnston & Johnny Burke
2. Orange Colored Sky
featuring Erin Bentlage
written by: Milton DeLugg & Willie Stein
3. Hypnotized
featuring Addie Hamilton
written by: Jason Goldman & Addie Hamilton
4. Witchcraft
featuring Olivia Morreale
written by: Cy Coleman & Carolyn Leigh
5. Sit Right Down and Write Myself A Letter
featuring Addie Hamilton
written by: Fred E. Alhert & Joe Young
Vocalists: Addie Hamilton, Erin Bentlage, Olivia Morreale
Alto, Tenor, Bari Saxophones: Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Matt Richards: Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet
Trumpets: Ryan DeWeese
Trombones: Jon Hatamiya
Guitar: Ryan Stewart
Arrangements & Orchestrations: Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Production, Engineering, Mixing, & Mastering: Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Recorded at G Street Studios
2019
UPC: 195079824074
Cover art: Ben Lindenburg
Website headliner photos: Lauren Desberg
Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Dear Music Lover,
This album represents the culmination of my music career to date. It encompasses everything I enjoy and love about music as well as everything I do in the music industry. From producing to arranging/orchestrating to performing and engineering, this album has it all. The concept of this album was to take my favorite genre of music (American Songbook) and combine it with modern production techniques, bringing some new flavors, sonics, and of course "spice", to the music.
Every note, sound, and instrument had a purpose. Every sonic flavor and choice was deliberate and in order for this album to be successful in my mind, I needed the help of some of the most authentic jazz singers around. I enlisted the talents of 3 wonderful vocalists. The first of which is Addie Hamilton, with whom I have written many songs. Her voice is like silk and her presence radiates throughout the music. Olivia Morreale, a former student of mine, was one of the most talented jazz vocalists we have ever had at USC and her style, voice, and texture are monumental to the songs. Finally, Erin Bentlage, whom I first met recording this album came highly recommended by a trusted friend. Her vocal style, timbre, and phrasing are paramount to this specific version of Orange Colored Sky.
The American songbook genre has such a distinct sound and despite it not being today's popular music, is a staple of American culture. I have so much respect for this music and always feel compelled to honor the style and tradition. For that reason, I wanted to make sure that the sounds and sonics I have added do not detract from the genre but instead, add a different mood and vibe.
Thank you to Addie, Olivia, and Erin for lending me your amazing voices and style. Big thank you's to the 4 additional instrumentalists on this album, Matt Richards, Ryan DeWeese, Jon Hatamiya, and Ryan Stewart. We made our small number sound like a HUGE orchestra and big band. Always appreciate your musicianship and talents.
Special thank you's to my children Brandon, Marcus, and Bella for whom I love more than words. To my beautiful wife Amber, my soulmate, who is the light in my universe and for always supporting, loving me, and encouraging me to finally do this album. Finally a big thank you to my mom & dad for always supporting and loving me even when I decided to become a musician lol.
I sincerely hope you enjoy the album and are truly "hypnotized" by the music.
Much love to all,
Jason
Track Listing
1. Pennies From Heaven
featuring: Olivia Morreale
written by: Arthur Johnston & Johnny Burke
2. Orange Colored Sky
featuring Erin Bentlage
written by: Milton DeLugg & Willie Stein
3. Hypnotized
featuring Addie Hamilton
written by: Jason Goldman & Addie Hamilton
4. Witchcraft
featuring Olivia Morreale
written by: Cy Coleman & Carolyn Leigh
5. Sit Right Down and Write Myself A Letter
featuring Addie Hamilton
written by: Fred E. Alhert & Joe Young
Vocalists: Addie Hamilton, Erin Bentlage, Olivia Morreale
Alto, Tenor, Bari Saxophones: Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Matt Richards: Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet
Trumpets: Ryan DeWeese
Trombones: Jon Hatamiya
Guitar: Ryan Stewart
Arrangements & Orchestrations: Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Production, Engineering, Mixing, & Mastering: Jason "Spicy G" Goldman
Recorded at G Street Studios
2019
UPC: 195079824074
Cover art: Ben Lindenburg
Website headliner photos: Lauren Desberg