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David Garfield is a renowned keyboardist, composer, and producer whose career spans decades of influential work in jazz fusion and crossover jazz. A longtime musical director for George Benson since 1986, Garfield has shaped performances, arrangements, and production for a who’s who of jazz and pop icons, including Smokey Robinson, Cher, and The Ripping Stones. He co-launched Karizma and Los Lobotomys, and he leads Creatchy Records, a platform that champions innovative jazz and beyond. His Outside The Box projects fuse jazz with R&B, pop, and world music, reflecting a restless creativity and a commitment to pushing boundaries.

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Garfield’s discography showcases a blend of instrumental prowess and accessible hooks. Highlights include chart-friendly singles like Go Home, Jamming Outside The Box, and I Lied, which have appeared on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz and other charts. He has been honored with awards such as induction into the Java Jazz Festival Hall of Fame (early 2012), reflecting his influence on global jazz scenes. In concert, Garfield brings energetic Southern California flair, tight arrangements, and a knack for connecting with audiences. If you’re looking to secure seats for a live David Garfield performance, we’ve got you covered—easy, no-fuss ticket options and reliable access through our trusted connections. For updates and tour information, follow his official channels listed below and on Creatchy’s platforms.

The essentials

Quick Facts About David Garfield

  • Biography and career highlights: Garfield has recorded/worked with Smokey Robinson, Cher, George Benson, Steve Lukather, The Rippingtons and many others; he helped launch Karizma and Los Lobotomys and has served as Benson’s musical director since 1986. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Garfield))
  • Genre and style: Jazz, fusion and crossover jazz with strong funk/smooth-jazz elements; Outside The Box projects mix jazz with R&B, pop and world influences. ([allmusic.com](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/david-garfield-mn0000941131?utm_source=openai))
  • Top singles/hits (most recent first) with chart notes: Go Home (2017) reached No. 2 on Billboard Smooth Jazz charts; Jamming Outside The Box (2018) reached No. 8 on Billboard Smooth Jazz; I Lied (2017) charted on Music Row country charts and Billboard indicators; The extent of charting varies by release. ([jazzchill.blogspot.com](https://jazzchill.blogspot.com/2018/04/no-lie-jazzr-keyboardist-david-garfield.html?utm_source=openai))
  • Major awards/achievements: Java Jazz Festival Hall of Fame inductee (early 2012); long-time musical director for George Benson; prolific label owner with Creatchy Records; high-profile collaborations and multi-disc Outside The Box series. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Garfield))
  • Social media and online presence: Official site Creatchy (creatchy.com) with links to YouTube, Facebook and Twitter; active artist pages and streaming on major platforms via Creatchy. ([creatchy.com](https://www.creatchy.com/))

The records

David Garfield Discography

  • Stretchin' Outside The Box
    2021 · Creatchy Records
  • Holidays Outside The Box
    2020 · Creatchy Records
  • Vox Outside The Box
    2019 · Creatchy Records
  • Jammin' Outside The Box
    2018 · Creatchy Records
  • Jazz Outside The Box
    2018 · Creatchy Records
  • Perfect Harmony (Karizma)
    2012 · Creatchy Records
  • The State of Things (David Garfield & Friends)
    2005 · Creatchy Records
  • Seasons of Change
    2004 · Creatchy Productions/Creatchy
  • Giving Back (David Garfield)
    2003 · Creatchy Records
  • Lost and Found (Karizma)
    2001 · Creatchy Records
  • Document (Karizma)
    2000 · Creatchy Records
  • Recollections (David Garfield)
    1997 · Creatchy Records
  • Tribute to Jeff Porcaro (David Garfield and Friends Play Tribute to Jeff Porcaro)
    1997 · Creatchy Records
  • L.A. Keyboard Project (David Garfield & Friends)
    1989 · Creatchy Records
  • Music from Riding Bean (David Garfield & Friends)
    1988 · Creatchy Records
  • Dream Come True (Karizma)
    1983 · Creatchy Records

The hits

Top David Garfield Songs

  • Go Home
    2017 · Billboard Smooth Jazz Songs peak No. 2
  • Jamming Outside The Box
    2018 · Billboard Smooth Jazz Songs peak No. 8
  • I Lied
    2017 · Music Row country chart peak No. 60; Billboard Indicator status
  • I Lied (feat. J. Paris)
    2017 · Apple Music release; Radio/indicator status

Garfield’s discography showcases a blend of instrumental prowess and accessible hooks. Highlights include chart-friendly singles like Go Home, Jamming Outside The Box, and I Lied, which have appeared on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz and other charts. He has been honored with awards such as induction into the Java Jazz Festival Hall of Fame (early 2012), reflecting his influence on global jazz scenes. In concert, Garfield brings energetic Southern California flair, tight arrangements, and a knack for connecting with audiences. If you’re looking to secure seats for a live David Garfield performance, we’ve got you covered—easy, no-fuss ticket options and reliable access through our trusted connections. For updates and tour information, follow his official channels listed below and on Creatchy’s platforms.

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