Carol Jarvis spent decades making other people sound incredible – now she’s doing it for herself. “I Want You To Stay” marks her transition from session player to solo artist, and the woman who’s toured with everyone from Rod Stewart to Ellie Goulding clearly learned a thing or two along the way.
The electronic foundation is solid, but Jarvis brings her own flavor with unexpected trombone flourishes that actually enhance rather than distract. Her vocals have this easy confidence that comes from years of performing with the best in the business. You can hear her experience in every decision she makes.
The summer anthem label fits, but not in that forced, manufactured way. This feels organic – like someone who genuinely loves making music finally getting to do it exactly how they want. The BBC support makes sense because this has that quality radio DJs recognize immediately.
Jarvis could have played it safe with a generic debut, but instead she’s leaning into what makes her unique. The trombone isn’t a gimmick; it’s her signature. After backing some of music’s biggest names, she’s earned the right to step forward, and “I Want You To Stay” proves she belongs there.
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