New Single - "I Really Like You" by Gary Schwartz - Available Now

The latest single by Gary Schwartz - “I Really Like You” is now available!

 “I Really Like You” is high energy fun from the get-go. Gary is the former drummer for The United States of Existence and the Jigsaw Seen. He is joined once again by his long-time musical collaborator and producer Mark O'Keefe. 

“IRLY” started out as a song about people with disabilities… Acceptance & Empowerment! However, as the tune evolved, the focus became more about people… all people. The message is very simple... while we're all quite unique, “I’m No Different than you… You’re No Different than Me!

“I Really Like You” is now available through CD Baby, iTunes, Amazon, etc. You can hear the complete tune at Bandcamp before making your purchase. So what are you waiting for?

Heighten your summer fun by cranking up IRLY. Here are the download links:

CD Baby

Amazon

iTunes

Bandcamp -Free Listen

Thanks for all the support. And please, Spread the IRLY word.

 Wishing you all Peace and Happiness!

Oh My God!

Gary Schwartz – former drummer for “The United States of Existence” and “The Jigsaw Seen” has a new, actually older piece, titled “Oh My God” which was recently re-mastered and is now being offered officially for the very first time.

“Oh My God”, composed and recorded many years back, was performed and manipulated solely on a now considered “archaic” Roland Keyboard Workstation. This piece which started out as an improvisation, soon turned into a “somewhat” planned piece, once additional tracks were laid on top of the improvised ones. Simply put, it is a planned/ accidental piece.

“Oh My God” which I am very fond of, captures many of the musical styles I admire, e.g., experimental, avant garde, progressive rock, rock and even classical. Realizing that this might not be everyone’s cup of tea, I hope that you will remain open minded, finding enjoyment one section at a time.

The last section of “Oh My God” (the final bombardment) hosts a cacophony of sounds. Launched by taking “random snippets” from throughout the piece and allowing them to land and direct themselves.

Listening through headphones enhances the listening experience.

credits

released 03 July 2012
music written by Gary Schwartz © 2012 Gary Schwartz – All Rights Reserved

all sounds played, mixed and produced by – Gary Schwartz

mastering – Mark O’Keefe

photography – Travis Beabout © 2012 Travis Beabout - Used by Permission

artistic design – Mark O’Keefe

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What's So Special About Christmas?

"What's So Special About Christmas?" was released on 11-22-2011. It was the first solo release by Gary Schwartz and features Gary's brother, Frank Schwartz, on all string instruments, including the mandolin. Folky Rock with a sarcastic, yet serious, look at the holiday season.  Leave the Fakes Behind!

Reviews are in:
First, prepare yourself... outside of the feel-good melodies and musicianship from Gary and his brother Frank Schwartz, this is not a warm & fuzzy holiday tune. It speaks to a darker side, and timely in light of the recent revelations of the skeletons in the Catholic Church's closet. It speaks also to the contradictions of the church and the loss of the true meaning of the holiday. It wraps up wishing you to have a merry one while discarding it's misguided commercialism, encouraging you to "leave the fakes behind..." - rediscovering the true meaning of Christmas! Well now, it is warm and fuzzy after all :) by moveoverjones

Gary Schwartz, the former drummer for Jigsaw Seen and the United States of Existence, is readying a Christmas single for release November 22.  "What's So Special About Christmas?" attempts to dig through all the seasonal excess and hypocrisy to get to the true meaning of Christmas, but it manages to sweeten its harshest sarcasm with its bouncy folk pop melody.   Rejecting the pre-packaged seasonal wrappings, Gary's song concludes:

I'll tell you what's special about Christmas
Those with hearts and trust will bid a Silent Night (Holy Night)
That is blessed and true to life 
And leave the fakes behind  

"What's So Special About Christmas?" will be available through CD Baby, iTunes and the other usual digital download suspects.  In the meantime, you can get a taste by visiting Gary's SoundCloud page.  Whatever you think of the message, the music is pretty catchy.

 by Stubby of Stubbys House of Christmas

• WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT CHRISTMAS? by Gary Schwartz
  Schwartz has served time behind the drums for two top-notch modern pop bands, The Jigsaw Seen and The United States of Existence. This is his solo debut, and it's cut from the same cloth - catchy, smart, and played with impressive skill. By Hip Christmas

“I really like the lyrics because it's optimistic yet antiestablishment. While it celebrates the season, it also makes a point about how we have veered from the true meaning of the holiday." Erek Gerende

“What’s so great about-------------your song!!!!?I love it! So twisted - yet pop. Great hook!" David Stutzer

"Sarcasm wrapped in melodic bow! Yay!" Nikki Bryant 

Available at the following digital download sites:
CD Baby
Amazon
iTunes
Bandcamp

New Single " I Really Like You" release date set for July 1, 2014

The latest single by Gary Schwartz - “I Really Like You” is scheduled for release on July 1, 2014.

“I Really Like You” is extreme fun from the get-go. Gary is the former drummer for The United States of Existence and the Jigsaw Seen. He is joined once again by his long-time musical collaborator and producer Mark O'Keefe. 

“IRLY” started out as a song about people with disabilities… Acceptance & Empowerment! However, as the tune evolved, the focus became more about people… all people. The message is very simple... while we're all quite unique, “I’m No Different than you… You’re No Different than Me!

“I Really Like You” will be available through CD Baby, iTunes, Amazon, etc. 

I Really Like You" Promo

Gary Schwartz is the former drummer for The United States of Existence and The Jigsaw Seen. His comeback as a solo artist started in 2011, with the release of his tune, “What’s So Special About Christmas?”. He continues to collaborate with musician Mark O’Keefe.