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When writing, composing and performing the music on their debut album “Domesticated,” Tim Kvasnosky and Timothy Shumaker (collectively known as Home and Garden) knew it would be very close to their hearts. Their work “behind the scenes” (as studio composers, musicians) for other dance artists have garnered numerous #1 Billboard dance hits. Some of these notable artists that have worked with the Home and Garden hit machine include: Lucy Woodward, Colette, Esthero, and Debi Nova. It only seemed fit that they bring in a few of these accomplices and others to contribute to their album such as Derrick Carter, Mic Murphy, Lisa Shaw, Jennifer Karr and Chez Damier

The journey behind “Domesticated” begins with a whimsical treat on “Easy Going Down”. The sweet, sexy tone on this song is credited to one of pop music’s biggest backup singers Jennifer Karr (Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Simpson and Celine Dion). Always a huge fan of Home and Garden’s work, she had no problem contributing her lyrical genius to the album.

One of the earliest Home and Garden projects was “Sexuality” with Colette (for Derrick Carter’s label Classic) followed with production credits on both of her artist albums. Colette makes an appearance on ‘All the Same,’ a song that magically came together through a mishap in the NY subway. After arriving at the studio for their writing session, she confided with the boys about her experience and immediately the wheels started turning. The song spontaneously came out from this situation she had just had experienced, and stylistically it was exactly what they were looking for from the album.

The title track ‘Domesticated’ showcases famed DJ and producer Derrick Carter’s singing talents. Carter has been more than a significant driving force behind Home and Garden for some time. Beyond being a music muse and a best friend, he was a mentor that pushed them out there to do things on their own. ‘Domesticated’ is a song demonstrating the transition between a jet set lifestyle to settling down at home. Stylistically the track was based on the likes of Derrick’s all time favorite group Kid Creole and the Coconuts, and his bold vocals fit perfectly. The track was a new experience for everyone involved as Derrick generally writes alone, and usually doesn’t sing in a traditional context.

In their minds there would be no other way to accomplish this album than to bring on the folks in their lives whom they trusted and loved the most. So instead of being a producer-based album bringing in various guest artists, they chose to bring in their dearest and closest friends. With a history together creating breakthrough hits, Home and Garden pushed their limits when it came to producing their own album. Their process started as a formation at the piano or guitar with the artist, with the melodies and lyrics brought on later. It was all the love and creativity behind this record that truly demonstrates what a masterpiece it truly is. It represents more than just songs, but works of art that have timelessly been pieced together personifying a future classic for years to come.