"Rob has a nice batch of tunes mixing funk, blues & jazz rock fusion with great guitar playing. He has a really good singing voice too!"

Mike Varney
Producer, Shrapnel Records

Bands

Rob is currently working with Catatonic and the Pagliari/Garland/Garcia power trio.

Pagliari/Garland/Garcia
 
(Blues - Rock - Fusion)  
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Robbie Pagliari - Bass & Vocals
Rob Garland - Guitar & Vocals
Chris Garcia - Drums & Vocals

Catatonic 
(Jazz - Funk - Fusion)  
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Mike Celenza - Drums
Chris Haller - Bass
Andy Francis - Sax
Rob Garland - Guitar
Brett Bietry - Keys

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""World" by Rob Garland is a captivating mid-tempo track that blends strong adult contemporary elements with powerful melodies and bold instrumentation. The song features robust, emotive vocals that are both smooth and commanding, drawing the listener into its introspective narrative. The clean guitar work provides a contrast, offering a crisp and clear texture that still carries an underlying weight, making the song feel epic. Garland's ability to balance delicacy and intensity is evident, as the guitars build to create a sense of grandeur without overwhelming the vocals. The arrangement is thoughtfully crafted, with each instrument complementing the others to enhance the overall atmosphere. The track has a timeless quality, fusing classic rock influences with a modern sensibility. Lyrically, "World" explores themes of introspection and personal growth, resonating with anyone navigating life's complexities. The production is polished, allowing the song's emotional depth to shine through. Overall, "World" is a standout piece that showcases Rob Garland's talent for creating compelling, emotionally-driven music."

Review by PROGLand (January 2025)

Selected Discography


Singles
World (2024)
Restless (2024)
Almont West (2024) Review
Strings Attached (2023)
The Blues Is Just Another Day (2023) Review
Rediffusion (2023)
44 Moore (Homage to Gary Moore) (2022)
126 (Featuring Marco Minnemann) (2021)
Circles (2014, released 2021)
Quantum Waves (2020) 
A Different Song (2020) 
Restless (2020) 
The Ranger's Descant (2019) 
Nuada On The One (2019) 
Hoodang (2018)
Led Meatbat (Live) (2018) 
Bayard's Stomp (Live) (2018) 
A Message Sent (2018)
The Fool (Acoustic) (2017)
Of Peace (2016)
Song For Jade (2015)
Ten Funk (2014)
Take These Blues (2014)

 

Albums/E.P.'s
When It's All Said & Done (2003) by Rob Garland & The Blue Monks (2021 Remaster)
Red Spectrum (2016) by Red Spectrum 
Seven Voices (2016) by Rob Garland's Eclectic Trio
Purple Koan +3 (2014) by Rob Garland's Eclectic Trio
Richer & Fuller (2007) by The Richard Fuller Quartet 
Live (2005) by The Oday Project 
Stars Turn Everywhere (2005) by Rob Garland 
Live Unplugged At The Focal Point (2003)  by Rob Garland & The Blue Monks 
Rob Garland & The Blue Monks (2002)
Sway (1999) by Rob Garland 
Do You Know E.P. (1998) by Breed 
​Dead Happy E.P. (1996) by Dead Happy 
A Field Of Flowers (1994) by DeadHappy

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