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It’s been 20 years since New York’s soulful legend Arnold Jarvis unleashed his debut single ‘Take Some Time Out’ on 4th Floor Records, hailing the start of an incredible journey. Fast forwarding to 2007 Arnold unveils his long awaited second album ‘Love & Life on his own record label Music For A Lifetime (MFL). This double CD extravaganza is a collection of stunning new and classic tunes written and performed by Arnold, and produced by some of soulful music’s finest including Little Louie Vega, The Basement Boys, Kerri Chandler George Mena, Franke Estevez, Greg Gauthier, Aaron Ross and the JuMo Brothers among others. Disc 1 is a beautifully blended album, edited by one half of production duo LeeCabrera, Albert Cabrera, and Disc 2 is seamlessly mixed by DJ/producer, Frankie Feliciano. Aside of soulful classics such as ‘Love Of My Life’, ‘And I Loved You’, ‘Let Love Slip Away’ and ‘Life Goes On’, this masterpiece includes new upcoming singles ‘Justified Love’ (Fuzion Records), ‘The One’ (Seasons Limited) with new mixes from Phil Asher and 83 West, and ‘Never Cared’ which will be released in time for WMC 2007. Among the new and noteworthy titles is the groove-heavy track ‘If I Stay’which is currently burning up the air and net waves (KIF Recordings). A Love & Life is yet another testament to the astonishing power of Arnold’s voice and his creative genius. He is an artist who’s demonstrated permanence and relevance. His songs elevate and resonate within us all. Arnold Jarvis is undoubtedly one of the most important vocalists in the industry today.
Throughout his career, Arnold Jarvis has been nothing but consistent - consistent when it comes to getting noticed. His is a brilliant career began in his youth where his voice and talent landed him front and centre of the Baltimore Gospel Choir. In 1984, modest academic pursuits led him to New York City. However, his talent and love of music did not lie dormant for long and so began to write, perform and record. Among the more notable gems from this early period in his career are his collaboration with Fonda Rae on ‘You’re The Best,’ a song written by Lem Springsteen (Mood II Swing) and produced by Kerri Chandler; and his debut single, ‘Take Some Time Out’ (Fourth Floor Records) produced by Tommy Musto and Yvonne Turner. By the 90s, he made it known that he meant business and showed audiences everywhere that he was a force to be reckoned with. First came his guest appearance on Satoshi Tomiie’s ‘And I Loved You’ (FFRR, Polygram UK), produced by Grammy winner, Frankie Knuckles. Then followed the monumental classic, ‘Inspiration’ (Freetown Records), produced by Kerri Chandler. He reached a new pinnacle and gained notoriety when he recorded Swing 52’s epic songs, ‘Color Of My Skin’ (FFRR/Cutting Records) and ‘The Joy You Bring’ (Cutting Records), which he co-wrote. At around this time, he began touring the world and has since performed alongside the likes of Queen Latifah, Kenny Bobien, Barbara Tucker, Ultra Nate, Ce Ce Peniston, Loletta Holloway, Jocelyn Brown, and Byron Stingly, to name a few.
The 21st century has seen increased impetus and creative output from Arnold. In fact, he’s outdone himself and his already impressive legacy many times over. In 2000 alone, he released ‘Learn to Give’ (Hysteria Records) produced by Eric Kupper; ‘Life Goes On’ (MAW Records), the brainchild of his collaboration with legendary DJ/producer Louie Vega and vocalist Lisa Fischer; and “Special Kind of Love” (King Street Records) produced by Benji Candelario and remixed by Jazz and Groove. He then released his debut full-length album, Arnold Jarvis, ‘The Collection’ (MFL Records), in 2002 and followed it with a string of extraordinary singles, including: ‘Love Of My Life’ (West End Records) produced by the Basement Boys; ‘You’ve Let Love Slip Away’ (King Street Records) which reached the top 5 on Billboard’s Dance Sales chart; ‘Make The Time’ which was written and produced by Blaze for Keep Hope Alive, a benefit CD for LIFE BEAT; and ‘Take Good Care Of Me’ (Sole Channel Music). Arnold is currently working on future projects with Alix Alvarez, Jus dope, Dom Navarra among others for 2008, he is also developing a live band and is dipping his toes in the TV commercial industry.
Coming from a background rich in music and culture, it is no wonder that Frankie Feliciano has become one of the house music community’s most respected denizens. Starting off a the age of 14, cutting, scratching and mimicking what he heard at New York block parties, he was soon introduced to house music, inspired by house giants such as Tony Humphries and Timmy Regisford, he later began playing at renowned parties all over the world including his first paid gig at Ministry Of Sound in London to Angels Of Love in Italy, to Dance Ritual and Shelter in NYC. As a producer he’s released gems such as ‘Don’t Ever Give Up’ ,’Missing You’ and beautiful remixes of anthems such as ‘Ain’t No Running Away’ (Paula Ralph), ‘Father’ (Kenny Bobien) numerous others on Masters At Work, and King Street Records. Now with his own record company, Ricanstruction Label, Frankie is swiftly advancing on his musical journey, crossing borders and reaching new heights. - Words: Sarah Foote
LOVE & LIFE TRACKLIST
DISC 1 – Blended Album BY Albert Cabrera
Justified Love [dub Intro]
Justified Love
Where Has Love Gone
Love of My Life
The One
Beautiful Love
Feelin’ It
Take Good Care
If I Stay
Never Cared
Let Love Slip Away
Always Be Right There
DISC 2 – Mixed Album Frankie Feliciano
And I Loved You
Inspiration
Music Is My Friend
You’re The Best
Love of My Life [tribal remix]
Take Good Care [Franck Rogers remix]
If I Stay
Feelin’ It
Life Goes On
Justified Love [dub]
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