Blue Eldorado
Backyard Elves
Brett Neils: Keyboards
John Jarvis: Chapman Stick, Lyrics
Justin Lewis: Guitars
Dominic Guss: Drums, Mixing, Mastering
Produced by Dominic Guss & John Jarvis
artists
BACKYARD ELVES
Backyard Elves is a duo writing and production team featuring John Jarvis handling lyrical duties and Chapman Stick, and Dominic Guss on drums. Also featured is Brett Neils on keyboards, Matt Niskern and Justin Lewis on guitars, and a variety of guest vocalists. Sometimes referred to as part progressive rock, the music uniquely evokes deep imagery through its ethereal instrumental landscapes and interpretive, storytelling lyrics based on real-life events.
Anything You Want
Backyard Elves
Brett Neils: Keyboards
John Jarvis: Chapman Stick, Lyrics
Justin Lewis: Guitars
Dominic Guss: Drums
Produced by Dominic Guss & John Jarvis
Mixed and mastered by Dominic Guss
Is This What You Want?
Backyard Elves
Linda Vilela: Lead Vocals
Brett Neils: Keyboards
John Jarvis: Chapman Stick
Dominic Guss: Drums
Matt Niskern: Guitars
Produced by Dominic Guss & John Jarvis
Mixed and mastered by Dominic Guss
Larry's Agent
Backyard Elves
Linda Vilela: Lead Vocals
Brett Neils: Keyboards
John Jarvis: Chapman Stick
Dominic Guss: Drums
Matt Niskern: Guitars
Produced by Dominic Guss & John Jarvis
Mixed and mastered by Dominic Guss
INN OF ITSELF
Inn of Itself is a play on words from the popular saying, “in and of itself,” where “Inn” refers to a fictitious gathering place where various artists come together to write, perform, and record music. Originally created by Dominic Guss and Kathiryn Werlinich handling writing and production duties, Inn of Itself often features a wide variety of guest artists including Jason Buchwald as a frequent writing and production contributor. Inspired by old school soul and r&b, the music also expands into dance and electronic territory as well.
Almost Is Never Enough (feat. Linda Vilela & Dominic Guss) [Plugged In Version]
Inn of Itself
Linda Vilela: Lead Vocals
Dominic Guss: Lead Vocals, Drums, Fretless Bass, Synths, Keyboards, Vibes, Percussion
Jason Buchwald: Fender Rhodes Piano
Bruce Sokolovic: Electric Guitar
Produced by Dominic Guss & Jason Buchwald
Mixed & mastered by Dominic Guss
The Closer I Get To You (feat. Sozby & Dominic Guss)
Inn of Itself
Sozby: Lead & Background Vocals
Dominic Guss: Lead & Background Vocals, Fretless Bass, Drums, Percussion, Synths, Piano
Justin Lewis: Guitars
Produced, mixed and mastered by Dominic Guss
(I Wanna Take) Forever Tonight
Inn of Itself
Dominic Guss: Lead Vocals, Bass, Drums, Synths, Keyboards, Piano
Kathiryn Werlinich: Lead Vocals
Justin Lewis: Guitars
Produced, engineered, and mixed by Dominic Guss
Mastered by Howie Weinberg
Falling Feels High
Inn of Itself
Dominic Guss: Piano, Acoustic Drums, Percussion, Fretless Bass
Justin Lewis: Guitars
Dan Puddick: Drum Programming
Written by Kathiryn Werlinich, Dan Puddick, & Dominic Guss
Lyrics by Kathiryn Werlinich
Produced, mixed & mastered by Dominic Guss
Dominic Guss
Dominic Guss is a long-time drummer, vocalist, writer, producer, and engineer. Vocally, he's considered a “crooner” but has also been featured in some pop and rock styles where a smooth, full tone is fitting. As a drummer, he has a strong background in progressive and fusion music, however is equally at home playing much simpler styles - whatever the music calls for. He can sometimes also be found credited as a session bassist, pianist, and/or keyboardist throughout his catalog.
Die With A Smile (feat. Yana M)
Dominic Guss
Dominic Guss: Lead & Background Vocals, Drums, Percussion, Fretless Bass, Piano
Yana M: Lead & Background Vocals
Justin Lewis: Acoustic & Electric Guitars
Produced & Mixed by Dominic Guss
Mastered by Bob Katz
All About You
Dominic Guss
Dominic Guss: Lead Vocals
Kathiryn Werlinich: Background Vocals
Steve Marshall: Guitar, Keyboards, Synths, Drums, Bass
Written and produced by Kathiryn Werlinich, Steve Marshall, and Dominic Guss
Mixed and mastered by Dominic Guss
Isha K
Isha K is an up and coming artist with a very pristine and pure voice you can only find from the likes of artists like Alison Krauss and Karen Carpenter. You might even mistake her for Alison herself! Some have described her originals as “sophisticated pop,” as her relatively deep and interpretive lyrics will often sit on a bed of complimentary, finely textured music, as heard on her original song, Too Much.
Too Much (Remix)
Isha K
Isha K: Lead Vocals
Jason Buchwald: Keyboards, Synths, Piano
Dominic Guss: Drums, Fretless Bass
Justin Lewis: Guitars
Written by Isha K, Jason Buchwald, and Dominic Guss
Produced by Dominic Guss & Jason Buchwald
Mixed and mastered by Dominic Guss
When You Say Nothing At All (Remix)
Isha K
Isha K - Lead vocals
Jason Buchwald - Keyboards, Synths, Synth Bass
Dominic Guss - Drums, Strings
Bruce Sokolovic - Guitars
Produced by Dominic Guss & Jason Buchwald
Mixed and mastered by Dominic Guss