The Groovematist

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International DJ and longstanding producer and musician Mechial White is The Groovematist. His debut CD, Grooveology, is primarily an instrumental mix of many contemporary jazz, ambient rhythm, R&B, and dance-chill influences. With featured artists John E. Lawrence on guitar and Rick Roe on piano, this Michigan native has drawn on his Ann Arbor roots and connections. This set includes a new arrangement of Summer Nights, built on John E. Lawrence's hit of the same title.

 

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Grooveology: The Album

groove [groov]:

1. a state of mind.

2. a science of movement.

3. a way of life.

4. a natural stimulation of sound.

ology [ol - uh - jee]: the study of any science or branch of knowledge.

 

All music and lyrics written, arranged, programmed, performed, and produced by

The Groovematist, Mechial E. White, Jr., except where indicated.

 

Mastered by John Palmer at Andro-Media.

 

Photography by David Meyer.

 

Track 1: Grooveology

Ever since I can remember, I've had these grooves in my head. What makes this

track especially significant is that it features my good friends, Rick Roe, soloing on

piano, and John E. Lawrence on guitar. Female voice: Claire S. Taylor.

 

Track 2: Brooklyn Queen

This track is inspired by my first trip to New York City. From the moment I

entered the cab at the airport, the music began. For the most part, I composed it

during cab and subway rides throughout Brooklyn, Manhattan and Harlem. This

track is graced by John E. Lawrence, on guitar.

 

Track 3: Passion Storm

This groove describes the storm that happens when two people share passion.

 

Track 4: Ponder

The song depicts a journey of thought. Ponder that.

 

Track 5: Remember

This is a reflection of family and friends getting together at a backyard barbeque.

This track also features John E. Lawrence on guitar. Conversation (beginning):

The Groovematist, Damon Jacobs.

 

Track 6: Endless

This piece describes a timeless commitment of love between two people.

Originally, this groove was composed by Demetrios Michos. He let me play with it.

Back vocals: The Groovematist, André and Lexi Harris.

 

Track 7: WomanLoverFriend

This is what every man needs. My cousin André Harris co-wrote this groove.

Spanish-speaking female: Lexi Harris. Back vocals: The Groovematist, André and

Lexi Harris, Claire S. Taylor.

 

Track 8: Dream Pod

The dreampod is a fictional vessel that's propelled through time and space that

transports and delivers dreams to all that have them. Solo guitar by John E.

Lawrence. Back vocals: The Groovematist, Elizabeth Mahaylo.

 

Track 9: Summer Nights

Originally this groove was composed by John E. Lawrence and he let me play with it.

Solo guitar by John E. Lawrence. Back vocals: The Groovematist.

 

Track 10: The Waite

If you've ever been apart from someone, there's a melody that forms that may help

you endure the wait.

 

Thank You's

I would like to thank the Creator of all life, for the gift of hearing music.

I would like to thank my Mother, Sandra, and my Father, Mechial, for their passion

storm. A special thanks to Mom for her example of strength. To my daughter,

Denice: thank you for your presence. You inspire me to be a better man. Love to

all my family that I don't often get to see - you are always in my thoughts.

Thank you Adrian Pittman at Podwerx for my new symbol (The Groovematist logo)

and David Meyer for all of the photography. Thank you to John Palmer and

Megawave Records for getting their groove on with The Groovematist. A special

mention to everyone who played in the groove lab: I appreciate your skills and

contributions. And to everyone else who has ever provoked thought and energy in

me. The list is endless. Peace.

 

To everyone who feels the groove, the music on this CD has left room

for you to solo your own instrumentation. Get your groove on.

 

 

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