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The highly anticipated release of The Hit It Project marks the exciting emergence of acclaimed saxophonist David Marq as a solo artist in his own right. The emotionally compelling album celebrates the music of the late producer/songwriter Skip Scarborough with fresh interpretations of many of his greatest hits, as well as lesser known (though no less powerful) gems from his vast catalog of songs.
The Hit It Project is the first release on the newly formed Alexscar Records, founded by Scarborough’s widow, well known gospel singer Alton McClain Scarborough, and R&B producer Jonathan Lesane, Jr. More than simply an inspired tribute to a genre icon or a collection of beautifully rendered cover tunes, The Hit It Project is truly a fresh “all in the family” collaboration blessed by the Scarboroughs and featuring key contributions by many of those closest to Scarborough himself. The 14 tracks were produced by Lesane, Scarborough’s engineer and longtime friend, whose own all-star credits include Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Dru Hill, Montell Jordan, K-Ci & JoJo and Patti Labelle.
The collection also includes some vocal tracks by Alton-who sings a stirring rendition of the inspirational classic “They Say”-and Scarborough’s son Marc on the bonus version of “Love Ballad.” Alton is The Hit It Project’s co-executive producer with Lesane. The project also features an exclusive guest vocal on the bonus track of “Lovely Day” by Bill Withers.
Two standout ballads that perfectly embody the cool vibe of contemporary jazz with a sensual urban feel are “Giving You The Best That I Got” (the hit song performed by Anita Baker that earned Scarborough a Grammy for Best R&B Song in 1988) and “No One Can Love You More,” originally popularized by the late Phyllis Hyman.
Beyond those songs that the world knows by heart, the saxman goes deep to unearth the magic of lesser known gems like the buoyant and brassy “Spirit of Love” (Con Funk Shun); the lush and ambient “Love Changes” (Mother’s Finest); and balmy, tropical-tinged strolls through “Loving You Loving Me” and “Anything For Your Love,” two songs recorded on Nancy Wilson’s 1997 Columbia album If I Had My Way.
“I describe my music as passionate and soulful,” he says. “I want people to be moved emotionally when I play. It’s a powerful thing to be able to affect the emotions of another with your voice, or with sound that you create. I like music that moves and weaves, and music that tells a story. I like to surf on the chord progressions. Just like a surfer, the more proficient you get, the less likely you’ll wipe out. I think that’s what listeners will like when they hear The Hit It Project and my future recordings. Whether it’s the work of a legend like Skip or my own material, it will always be interesting.”

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