Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Bob Crawford--RMCO MUSIC--Now on YouTube
Official Website: http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/

For Crossover Jazz Collection:
Bob Crawford/RMCO MUSIC Crossover Jazz #1 (Midtempo/Romantic) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVg4ILJdIFU&list=PLYTatzwr5gvixwR_hbIqqvi3Kl7NwLtOf






Photo: Bob & Mary Crawford (Executive VP, Vocalist, Vocal Arranger) at RMCO MUSIC/NYC/USA 

3 Magazine Reviews of Bob Crawford--RMCO MUSIC

Please check out this stellar review of me & my 2 Crossover Jazz albums by Marcel Pyron for Maximum Musician's Magazine. I am humbled and grateful for Marcel's very kind words, and so appreciative for his encouragement and support.
https://www.facebook.com/robert.m.crawford/posts/10205810571480904

BOB CRAWFORD AND RMCO MUSIC are featured in the online January Issue of ION Indie Magazine! I'm featured on pages 140-143...It's interactive and it's live NOW!!   http://www.joomag.com/magazine/ion-indie-magazine-january-2015-volume-8/0544678001417547049 

Bob Crawford--RMCO MUSIC was just featured in the following article by Aaron Aveiro in ALADAY LLC, an organics newsletter...Click below...
I hope you find it interesting...http://aladayllc.com/2014/12/12/business-101-today-we-talk-jingles/

 

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Bob Crawford review in Maximum Musician's Magazine



Please check out this stellar review of me & my 2 Crossover Jazz albums by Marcel Pyron for Maximum Musician's Magazine. I am humbled and grateful for Marcel's very kind words, and so appreciative for his encouragement and support.


Bob Crawford/RMCO MUSIC review in Maximum 

Musician’s Magazine

Review by Marcel Pyron February 20, 2015
Bob Crawford—The Instrumental Giant

Bob Crawford is a multi-talented instrumentalist…his music has so much to offer that it is unbelievable. His music is remarkably clever, solid, and full of incredible professionalism. Everything from the drums to the guitars is outstanding. You will find yourself amazed by his intelligent talent and rhythm. The creativity of each piece is stunning, soulful, fluid, and perfectly produced. One thing for sure is when you listen to him, you will enjoy the his complex harmonies and grooves that seem unstoppable. 

Bob Crawford, born in the Bronx, NY, is one of those rare people combining musicality, scholarship, and business acumen into one seamless individual. After graduating from the University of Virginia in 1971 (Phi Beta Kappa/Magna cum laude) Bob embarked on his musical career full time. From being the Musical Director, Guitarist, and Vocalist for the National Company of Paul Sills' "Story Theatre"(1972-3) to the publishing of his John Coltrane, Pat Martino, Nicholas Slonimsky-inspired music theory book “Symmetric Cycles" (by RMCO MUSIC in 2011), Bob has been actively involved in songwriting, arranging, producing, and studio work as a guitarist and vocalist for the past 30 years. 

In 1975, Bob founded Josandra Rehearsal Studios in NYC, which became the home of such celebrated musicians as Pat Martino, Larry Harlow, Sonny Rollins, Horace Silver, Mongo Santamaria, Slide Hampton, Sam Jones, Tom Harrell, Kevin Eubanks, Larry Coryell, John Abercrombie, Brand X, Tom Rush, John Hammond, Aztec 2 Step, Jocelyn Brown, Meat Loaf, Loretta Devine, and Roz Ryan among many others. 

In 1986 he acted as President of Lions' Den Recording in NYC until 1990 when he formed RMCO MUSIC, his full-service production, recording, publishing, and consulting company. In 1991, Larry Harlow (2008 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and Latin Music Hall of Fame Member) recorded "My Time Is Now"("Mi Tempo Liego") on the album of the same name, co-written by Bob Crawford and A. Dennis (Doc) Williams of the O'Jays released on Cache/Fania Records_ In 2006, Maxine Brown (R&B Hall of Fame Member and Tony Award Winner) recorded another of Bob's compositions "I Want To Be Loved" released on her album "From the Heart" (Mee Max Music, Inc.) He continues to write, publish, and place songs with recording artists, for underscoring in film, TV, product placement, ringtones, video games, etc. in genres such as Pop, R&B, Rock, Contemporary Crossover Jazz, Dance, Singer-Songwriter, and Folk idioms to this day. 

On June 1, 2013, Bob released BOB CRAWFORD/RMCO MUSIC presents: CONTEMPORARY JAZZ CROSSOVER INSTRUMENTALS Vol.1 & 2 on RMCO MUSIC, available at AmazonMP3, Bandcamp, iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. 

You will be very pleased by every song you hear from this phenomenal artist. The vast array of skills of this one man is truly music to ones ear. His impeccable attention to theory, complexity, and sheer creative tightness in his rhythm is enough to make any musician want to know his secrets. He is a master of his art, and a legend in his own time. You won't forget the day you heard "Bob Crawford," the completely amazing musical genius. He will stand out to, you with his invigorating musical abilities.
I strongly suggest you check out the single "Babycake Walk"…it has a enormous groove to it that will make one want to strut downtown. The bass in the song is nothing less than amazing, with killer pops that stand out. Everything about this song will stand out to you, not one instrument is lacking. It is so full of flavor that it will make your mouth water. Bob Crawford has out done himself with this great instrumental work of art. It is total masterpiece and should be streamed everywhere for the world’s listening pleasure. I give a 5-star and two thumbs all the way up and I know you will too.

Links to Bob Crawford:
Official Website: http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/  
Soundcloud (RMCO Music): https://soundcloud.com/rmco-music/sets


Monday, May 26, 2014

BOB CRAWFORD'S UPDATED WEBSITES WITH MUSIC IN 4 GENRES

BOB CRAWFORD'S UPDATED WEBSITES WITH MUSIC IN 4 GENRES


By way of introduction, my name is Bob Crawford and I am a 30-year veteran songwriter, producer, guitarist, vocalist, and arranger seeking music licensing/placement opportunities for recording artists, underscoring in TV, product placement, ringtones, video games, etc. in genres such as Pop, R&B, Rock, Contemporary Crossover Jazz, Dance, Singer-Songwriter, and Folk idioms.
Having been in the music industry for quite some time I have a rather large song catalogue and long track record, working with such varied artists as Jocelyn Brown,Mick Taylor, Maxine Brown, Larry Harlow, Dennis Williams (O’Jays, Temptations),Ron Richardson, Carl Hall, Aztec 2 Step, Beverly Crosby, Loretta Devine, and Vondie Curtis- Hall.

Here are links to some music in 4 different genres (by category, depending on your preference) in mp3/128kbps format for your consideration for various licensing/placement opportunities.
1) For Pop/Rock--Bob Crawford--Writer/Producer (14 songs)
2) For Pop/New Country--Bob Crawford--Singer/Songwriter/Producer (9 songs)
3) For R&B/Soul--Bob Crawford--Songwriter/Producer (18 songs)
4) For Jazz & Crossover Jazz Instrumentals-- Bob Crawford—Musician/Writer/Producer (17 tunes)  

All music written and produced by Bob Crawford©Bob Crawford/RMCO MUSIC/BMI
Note: All compositions are full length and may be edited in any manner to fit particular needs/situations.
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Bob Crawford—Going Mobile

For those using mobile phones, I just joined Advamobile where you can access my music, videos, blogs, and photos on the go. The URL is:www.adva.us/bobcrawford 

Text:  getbobcrawford to 444999
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I am also the author of "Symmetric Cycles", my John Coltrane/Pat Martino/Nicholas Slonimsky-inspired music theory book published by RMCO MUSIC and distributed by Charles Colin Publications, Tappan NY.
"Symmetric Cycles",  inspired by the work of John Coltrane, Pat Martino, and Nicholas Slonimsky offers new ways of stretching the melodic and harmonic boundaries of Modal Jazz, Blues, Pentatonic Rock, Latin (Montunos, etc.) Reggae, World Music, etc., creating sound colors that will open your ears in ways you may not have experienced before. It also is extremely useful compositionally--connecting chords in very unique ways, adding emotional sound colors to original musical works. As a teaching tool, it is very valuable for advanced students as well as seasoned players. You can preview several pages of the book on the website by clicking on the “Look Inside” tab on my website…   http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/   
"Symmetric Cycles” can be ordered by calling Charles Colin Publications at 845-680-6880, their website, http://www.charlescolin.com/order1.htm   or through my  website   http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/      
You can preview several pages of the book by clicking on the book cover.
AND at Jamey Aebersold’s Jazzbooks site:

  
 

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AND here are the 2 Crossover Jazz albums released on June 1, 2013.
BOB CRAWFORD/RMCOMUSIC presents: CONTEMPORARY JAZZ CROSSOVER INSTRUMENTALS Vol. 1 is now available via the following online stores… You can preview/purchase individual tracks starting at $0.99 or the entire album starting at $5.99...Prices may vary from store to store…
Google Play:



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BOB CRAWFORD/RMCO MUSIC presents: CONTEMPORARY JAZZ CROSSOVER INSTRUMENTALS Vol. 2 is now available via the following online stores… You can preview/purchase individual tracks starting at $0.99 or the entire album starting at $5.99...Prices may vary from store to store…







Keywords: Bob, Brown, Crawford, Harlow, Jocelyn, Larry, Maxine, Mick, O'Jays, R&B, Taylor, Temptations

Saturday, April 5, 2014

INTRODUCING BOB CRAWFORD--Multi-faceted Musician

Bob Crawford -Official Website

I work as a songwriter/composer, producer, guitarist, arranger, vocalist, recording engineer, Stage manager/Live Sound Engineer (currently with Grammy Award winner Larry Harlow and Zon del Barrio in NYC), consultant, studio owner, and now newly published author of "Symmetric Cycles", my John Coltrane/Pat Martino/Nicholas Slonimsky-inspired music theory book.

I also provide customized music for and am actively seeking music licensing/placement opportunities with recording artists, for underscoring/transitions in film, TV, advertising and product placement, ringtones, video games, etc. in genres such as Pop, R&B/Soul, Indie Rock, Contemporary Jazz, Dance, Singer-Songwriter, New Country, and Folk idioms. 

Having  been in the music industry for quite some time I have a rather large song catalog & long track record, working with such varied artists as Jocelyn Brown, Mick Taylor, Maxine Brown, Dennis Williams (O’Jays, Temptations), Larry Harlow, Ron Richardson, Carl Hall, Aztec 2 Step, Beverly Crosby, Loretta Devine, and Vondie Curtis-Hall in such varied genres such as Pop, R&B/Soul, Contemporary Crossover Jazz, Rock, Dance, Singer-Songwriter, New Country, and Folk idioms.           

I have been producing artists in genres such as Pop, R&B, Rock, Contemporary Jazz, Dance, Singer-Songwriter, New Country, and Folk idioms for 25 years, ranging from Jocelyn Brown to Larry Harlow to Mick Taylor to Maxine Brown, among many others. I have my own recording studio, RMCO MUSIC, in Chelsea in Manhattan, or if you prefer another one we can work there, or online, if you so desire. Please let me know if you would like to set up a meeting so that we can more fully discuss your project. In the meantime, here is my web address so that you can find out a bit more about me...http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/
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                                             MUSICAL RESUME                                       

                                

                     Website: http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/


1972-3    Musical Director and Guitarist/Singer for the National Company of Paul Sills’Story Theatre
1976-7 House jazz guitarist for the Jazzmania Society in NYC
1977-8 House jazz guitarist for the Terrace at the Village Gate in NYC
1978-9 House jazz guitarist for the “Jazz Jam” series at “The Brook” in NYC
1981    Composed the score for the Off-Broadway production of “Graven Images”
1981    Composed the score for Playwrights’ Horizons production of “Personals”
1982    Wrote the jazz theory book “SYMMETRIC CYCLES”
2011    RMCO MUSIC published “SYMMETRIC CYCLES” distributed by Charles Colin Publications, Tappan NY
2013    Released 2 Crossover Jazz albums on RMCO MUSIC distributed by Catapult, Inc.
  a) BOB CRAWFORD/RMCO MUSIC presents: CONTEMPORARY JAZZ CROSSOVER INSTRUMENTALS Vol. 1
  b) BOB CRAWFORD/RMCO MUSIC presents: CONTEMPORARY JAZZ CROSSOVER INSTRUMENTALS Vol. 2

1979-Present—Guitarist, Stage Manager, and Live Sound Engineer for Larry Harlow and the Fania All-Stars
         Albums include: Our Latin Feeling(1980), Yo Soy Latino (1983), The Sweet Smell
         Of Success (1984), My Time Is Now (1991), Latin Jazz Encounter(1998).

Production, writing and co-writing credits include:
Larry Harlow, Jocelyn Brown, Maxine Brown, Mick Taylor, Dennis Williams (O’Jays, Temptations), Ron Richardson, Carl Hall, Aztec 2 Step, Beverly Crosby, Loretta Devine, and Vondie Curtis-Hall

Wrote “My Time Is Now” (1991) with Dennis williams (O'Jays, Temptations) recorded by Grammy Lifetime Achievement Awardwinner and Latin Music-Salsa Hall of Fame member Larry Harlow for Cache Records(Fania)

Wrote “I Want To Be Loved” (2006) recorded by R&B Hall of Fame member and Tony Award winner Maxine Brown

Session guitarist/vocalist/writer/ producer, and arranger for artists ranging from PhoebeSnow to McFadden & Whitehead for 30 years.

Website:  http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/        
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Bob Crawford—Going Mobile

For those using mobile phones, I just joined Advamobile where you can access my music, videos, blogs, and photos on the go. The URL is:www.adva.us/bobcrawford 

Text:  getbobcrawford to 444999

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Bob Crawford--RMCO MUSIC--Now on YouTube:

For Pop/Rock Collection: 
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Bob+Crawford--Pop%2FRock+Collection

For R&B/Soul Collection: 
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Bob+Crawford--R%26B%2FSoul+Collection

For Jazz & Crossover Jazz Instrumentals...
https://app.box.com/s/yy3y2bw3tsoiwid3ef2i  


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CURRENT MUSICAL ACTIVITY

Bob Crawford --Word Press
Bob Crawford – Facebook
Bob Crawford – ReverbNation
Bob Crawford – YouTube
Bob Crawford—Tumblr
Bob  Crawford – MySpace/Singer-Songwriter
Bob Crawford – MySpace/Writer-Producer
Bob Crawford – Soundcloud 
Bob Crawford – The Jazz Network
Bob Crawford – World United Music 1
Bob Crawford endorsing KLDguitar products:
Bob Crawford's Music - A Selection of Jazz




Bob Crawford—Experienced Music Producer Available for Your Projects

By way of introduction, my name is Bob Crawford and I am a 30-year veteran songwriter, producer, guitarist, and arranger working as a producer in genres such as Pop, R&B, Rock, Contemporary Jazz, Dance, Singer-Songwriter, New Country, and Folk idioms for 25 years.

I have worked as a producer with such various artists ranging from Jocelyn Brown, Mick Taylor, Maxine Brown, Dennis Williams (O’Jays, Temptations), Larry Harlow, Ron Richardson, Carl Hall, Aztec 2 Step, Beverly Crosby, Loretta Devine, and Vondie Curtis-Hall among many others. I have my own studio, RMCO MUSIC, in Chelsea in Manhattan, NY/USA, or if you prefer another one we can work there, or online, if you so desire. Please let me know if you would like to set up a meeting so that we can more fully discuss your project. In the meantime, here is my web address so that you can find out a bit more about me. http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/
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                                              Musical/Production Examples:

1) Don’t Make Promises You Can’t Keep (R&B/Soul Uptempo) – Female Vocal
2) Storm of Changes (Pop Ballad) –Male Vocal
3) Slipping Away  (Rock) – Female Vocal
4) Find Me A Lady I Can Love  (Country/Pop) – Male Vocal
5) The Latin Thing- Jocelyn Brown/Larry Harlow (Dance/R&B/Latin) – Female Vocal
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Bob Crawford—Going Mobile

For those using mobile phones, I just joined Advamobile where you can access my music, videos, blogs, and photos on the go. The URL is:www.adva.us/bobcrawford 

Text:  getbobcrawford to 444999

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Bob Crawford--RMCO MUSIC--Now on YouTube:

For Pop/Rock Collection: 
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Bob+Crawford--Pop%2FRock+Collection

For R&B/Soul Collection: 
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Bob+Crawford--R%26B%2FSoul+Collection

For Jazz & Crossover Jazz Instrumentals...
https://app.box.com/s/yy3y2bw3tsoiwid3ef2i  


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MUSICAL RESUME
1972-3    Musical Director and Guitarist/Singer for the National Company of Paul Sills’ “Story Theatre”
1976-7 House jazz guitarist for the Jazzmania Society in NYC
1977-8 House jazz guitarist for the Terrace at the Village Gate in NYC
1978-9 House jazz guitarist for the “Jazz Jam” series at “The Brook” in NYC
1981    Composed the score for the Off-Broadway production of “Graven Images”
1981    Composed the score for Playwrights’ Horizons production of “Personals”
1982    Wrote the jazz theory book “SYMMETRIC CYCLES”
2011    RMCO MUSIC published “SYMMETRIC CYCLES” distributed by Charles Colin Publications, Tappan, NY
2013    Released 2 Crossover Jazz albums on RMCO MUSIC distributed by Catapult, Inc.

a) BOB CRAWFORD/RMCO MUSIC presents: CONTEMPORARY JAZZ CROSSOVER INSTRUMENTALS Vol. 1
b) BOB CRAWFORD/RMCO MUSIC presents: CONTEMPORARY JAZZ CROSSOVER INSTRUMENTALS Vol. 2

1979-Present—Guitarist, Stage Manager, and Live Sound Engineer for Larry Harlow and the Fania All-Stars
Albums include: Our Latin Feeling(1980), Yo Soy Latino (1983), The Sweet Smell Of Success (1984), My Time Is Now (1991), Latin Jazz Encounter(1998).
Production, writing and co-writing credits include:
Larry Harlow, Jocelyn Brown, Maxine Brown, Mick Taylor, Dennis Williams (O’Jays, Temptations), Ron Richardson, Carl Hall, Aztec 2 Step, Beverly Crosby, Loretta Devine, and Vondie Curtis-Hall

Wrote “My Time Is Now” (1991) with Dennis Williams (O'Jays, Temptations) recorded by Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner and Latin Music-Salsa Hall of Fame member Larry Harlow for Cache Records(Fania)

Wrote “I Want To Be Loved” (2006) recorded by R&B Hall of Fame member Maxine Brown on Mee Max RecordsSession guitarist/vocalist/writer/ producer, and arranger for artists ranging from Phoebe Snow to McFadden & Whitehead for 30 years.Website:  http://www.carosta.com/bob-crawford/