Carl Schonbeck is a Composer/Songwriter/Multi-Instrumentalist based in Milan, Italy with 25 years of experience. His material combines the warmth, eclectic spirit, and melodic innovation of Classic Rock, Blues, Soul, and soundtracks with today's rhythmic innovation and production values. Carl's music has been featured on shows such as "The Killer Truth," "The Wendy Williams Show," "Bad Girls Club," "Container Wars," and "Fastest Cars in the Dirty South." He has also collaborated and/or performed with Grammy-winning producer Scott Mathews.
Carl Schonbeck's biggest musical influences include Mark Knopfler, Christopher Young, Miles Davis, Jimmy Page, Jack Nitzsche, Sir George Martin, Brian Wilson, Danny Elfman, Ry Cooder, and David Amram.
Catchy Lounge Jazz song in the Sinatra/Bublè standards tradition featuring a laid back Chet Baker styled vocal and an easy swinging groove. Musically features some nice Blue Note approved guitar, saxophone with cool vibes. Would work great in a retro contrext or a romantic comedy set in New York. Male Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Cool Jazz instrumental featuring piano, trumpet, sax, stacked flutes and an overall laid back but swinging vibe; there's an undercurrent of tension and foreboding that would lend itself well to anything noir, seedy or perhaps detective based (think Sam Spade or LA Confidential), Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Funky instrumental track with elements of jazz (a Miles-like trumpet break), blues (a dirty blues harp solo) and soul (cool Motown string arrangements); song features plenty of tasty funk guitar work and a 1970s groove that recalls the Blaxspoitation soundtracks of that era.... get fonky! Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz-Funk
Soul Jazz instrumental with a bittersweet melody featuring a funky beat, Hammond organ, strings and plenty of Wes/George Benson styled bluesy guitar; great for a romantic film, scenes with heartache and longing, lounge or anything vintage 1970s. Instrumental, Jazz, Soul Jazz
Lounge Jazz instrumental with a melancholic Bossa feel featuring a sweet cool flute section, a great jazzy sax solo and an ear-catching twangy almost surf guitar motif; ideal for anything sexy, "late night" romantic or nocturnal; would work in adverts for products like perfumes or cocktails, Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
Swinging Jazz-Blues number featuring a gritty male lead vocal (think Dr. John "In a Sentimental Mood"), some tasty organ & horn fills plus Blue Note approved guitar work. Lyrics a tribute to the great Sinatra and at the same time a love song. Perfect for anything vintage/retro, clothes, cars ect. Male Vocals, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Funky instrumental which brings together Soul Jazz, Esquivel cocktail exotica and a bit of blues into a great quirky whole. Fun and and a little mysterious. Funky brush beat and over it some hot tenor sax, quirky organ fills and Blue Note styled guitar. Great for adverts wanting something offbeat. Instrumental, Jazz, Soul Jazz
Funky Soul-Jazz instrumental with an ominous feel featuring a menacing double bass riff, hot saxophone solo and biting blues guitar; works well for Crime shows, clubs, or anything slighty seedy, Instrumental, Jazz, Soul Jazz
Funky instrumental with a bluesy feel that recalls the golden heyday of Funk and Electric Jazz. Features some nice electric guitar work, tenor sax and trombone soloing over a tight groove. Suitable for film soundtracks wanting to convey cool, podcasts, adverts and Youtube videos. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz-Funk
Instrumental piece which blends Funk, late 60s Rock and Jazz-Fusion into a whole featuring horn section, solo trumpet, electric guitar and funky bass. Suitable for car or bike adverts, videos, soundtracks or Youtube videos anything with a cool vintage vibe. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz-Funk
Jazz-Rock song in 3/4 time about trying to forget the past and forgive those who hurt you in bygone days. Features a heartfelt bluesy vocal, some Blue Note approved tenor sax and a smoldering bluesy guitar solo. Best for dramatic films, lounge or anything with a retro vibe, Male Vocals, Jazz, Jazz Rock
Uptempo instrumental track that mixes Jazz and guitar Rock. Features some sweet guitar playing, a swinging groove that gives way to a heavy Rock feel and some very chilled Hammond organ. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Rock
Upbeat, swinging Jazz song about keeping a positive attitude and calm frame of mind. Featuring nice laid back male lead vocal, a light swinging groove, some cool organ as well as a lot of bluesy tasteful guitarwork. Suitable for anything retro, lounges and/or cool or a bit sophisticated. Male Vocals, Jazz, Smooth Jazz Vocals
Swinging Jazz song mixing a 1920-1930s feel (think Woody Allen film music) with a more modern edge. Features a strong male vocal, tasty electric guitar playing, cool horn sounds. Great for club scenes, films or shows with a vintage setting. Instrumental/Edit versions available upon request. Male Vocals, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Moody soundtrack Jazz-Rock piece that gives a melancholy "late-night" feel; features some lovely bluesy guitar, muted trumpet, Fender Rhodes piano and strong dynamics while building to an exciting climax, Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
Cool swinging vintage Jazz instrumental with a late 1950s Miles Davis/Charlie Mingus feel. Blue Note approved trumpet and tenor sax solos give a bluesy vibe while the song's head has a distinctly 1950s noir feel to it. Great for anything vintage noir, cool or classy as well as crime based, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Swinging, Bluesy Jazz song about feeling tired and not having enough time to get things done. Features a smooth, confident male vocal, tasty guitar work and a grooving Hammond organ. Sounds like a blend of Van Morrison with Georgie Fame and Jamie Cullum. Good soundtrack material. Male Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Jazzy Soul/R&B instrumental featuring Hammond organ, plenty of tasty electric guitar playing and a cool swinging beat. Great for anything giving the idea of vintage cool, elegance or style. Instrumental, RnB, Electro-Soul
Peaceful, relaxing guitar instrumental that mixes elements of Jazz, Blues and Ambient. Features electric and classical guitar, banjo, Hammond organ, acoustic bass, horn section and drums. Suitable for documentaries, podcasts, intros, adverts, YouTube, Reality TV shows and other multimedia content. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Rock
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