About
Goldswagger is a journey to the r&b/soul/funk side of internationally-known record producer/songwriter/musician Michael Goldwasser. Goldswagger brings back the vibes of the late 70's/early 80's, when music was still recorded as live as possible in the studio and musicianship ruled the day. The first self-titled album of this project features all original compositions by Michael - songs about life, love, and staying positive. Michael plays guitar, keyboards, bass, percussion, and sings, along with musical contributions from John "JR" Robinson (Chaka Khan/Rufus, Michael Jackson's Off the Wall), Manny Laine (Wyclef Jean), and Ivan Katz (Easy Star All-Stars) on drums; Bill Holloman (Nile Rodgers' Chic) on horns, Uri Kleinman (Martha Wash) on bass, Shaul Eshet (Karolina) on keys, Gordon "Nappy G" Clay (Groove Collective) and Chauncey Yearwood (Pimps of Joytime) on percussion, backing vocals from Joanne Williams and Kirsty Rock (Easy Star All-Stars) and guest lead vocals by Maya Azucena, Honey Larochelle, Lisala Beatty, Sophia Ramos, Robbie Rosen, Greg Vilfranc, and Melaku.